PNS Babur Type 21 Frigate Will Reach Saudi Arabia Next Month

The PNS Babur frigate of the Pakistan Navy (PN) will reach at Saudi Arabian port of Jubail on 15th February. Pakistani frigate PNS Babur's visit to Saudi Arabia is part of efforts by both countries to further enhance the the ties between the navies of Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.

The PNS Babur is an Ex-Type 21 frigate which was decommissioned by the Royal Navy (RN) and was sold to PN on 30 September 1993. The Pakistan Navy has upgraded the  PNS Babur by equipping it with the Chinese LY-60 surface to air missiles.

The commander of the Pakistan Navy will meet with the officials of the Royal Saudi Navy to discuss matters of mutual interest.