A group of Azerbaijani Navy personnel took part in a joint special operations forces exercise in Pakistan.

The exercise was conducted in line with the "Protocol of the 12th Azerbaijan-Pakistan Working Group-Level Meeting", signed between the defense ministries of the countries.

During the exercise, held in the city of Karachi, special forces personnel carried out tasks involving the liberation of a vessel seized by terrorist groups, the rescue of hostages, and diving operations, The Caspian Post reports, citing Azerbaijan's Defense Ministry.

It should be noted that the exercise was conducted with the aim of facilitating the exchange of experience between Azerbaijani and Pakistani servicemen in the field of special operations, familiarizing participants with the standard operating procedures of the participating countries, adapting live-fire exercises and maritime operations to realistic combat conditions, and ensuring coordination and interoperability during counter-terrorism operations.

The Azerbaijan Navy personnel representing the country successfully and professionally accomplished all assigned tasks in close coordination with their Pakistani counterparts, in accordance with the exercise plan.

At the conclusion of the exercise, participants were presented with certificates and took photo.