9th Edition of Multinational Peace Exercise from February 7 to 11
The Pakistan Navy is set to host AMAN-25, the 9th edition of the multinational Aman (peace) exercise, from February 7 to 11.
A key feature of this year’s exercise will be the AMAN Dialogue, where chiefs of naval forces, heads of coast guards, and senior leaders from around the world will convene to discuss regional maritime security and devise joint strategies to counter evolving maritime threats. Around 60 countries will participate in AMAN-25, contributing ships, aircraft, Special Operations Forces (SOF), Explosives Ordnance Disposal (EOD) teams, marines, and observers.
The AMAN exercise series, launched in 2007, began with 28 countries and grew to 50 countries by 2023, including major naval powers. The motto of the AMAN series, “Together for Peace,” reflects its core mission, while this year’s theme, “Secure Seas; Prosperous Future,” emphasizes the importance of maritime security for global prosperity.
The AMAN exercise consists of two phases:
- Harbour Phase: Activities such as seminars, operational discussions, counter-terrorism demonstrations, and pre-sail planning for sea evolutions will take place.
- Sea Phase: This phase will include tactical manoeuvres, maritime security exercises such as anti-piracy, counter-terrorism, search and rescue, gunnery firings, and air defence exercises.
The highlight of the sea phase will be the International Fleet Review, which will be witnessed by national and foreign dignitaries.
