Islamabad, Sep 23, IRNA -- Pakistan Navy on Saturday successfully test-fired an anti-ship missile from air to sea level in North Arabian sea.

According to the official media, Sea King Helicopter fired the missile in open sea, which successfully hit the target.

Chief of Naval Staff Mohammad Zakaullah witnessed demonstration of the weapon firing.

Speaking on the occasion, the Chief of Naval Staff said successful firing from Pakistani Navy’s Sea King helicopter is the clear proof of war preparedness and professional skills of Pakistan Naval fleet.

He expressed the determination that Pakistan Navy will safeguard the torrential water boundaries of the motherland and its interests at any cost.

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