Pakistan Navy has successfully relinquished command of Combined Task Force 150 to the Royal New Zealand Navy.

Commodore Asim Sohail Malik of Pakistan Navy formally handed over command to Commodore Rodger Ward of Royal New Zealand Navy.

Commander of Combined Maritime Forces Vice Admiral George Wikoff was the chief guest on this occasion.

The CTF 150 is one of five task forces under Combined Maritime Forces.

Pakistan Navy led Combined Task Force 150 for the thirteenth time from July 2024 to January 2025.

Combined Task Force 150 has conducted several operations of maritime security under the Pakistan Navy.

Pakistan Navy and CMF jointly intercepted approximately ten tonnes of narcotics, with a street value exceeding fifty million dollars.

Speaking on the occasion, Commodore Asim Sohail Malik stated that Pakistan Navy takes pride in its active participation within CMF, underscoring its steadfast dedication to contributing to maritime security.