He was addressing the ceremony of annual efficiency competition parade of Pakistan Navy fleet at Pakistan Navy Dockyard in Karachi today.The Naval Chief elaborated on the evolving dynamics of the region, particularly the maritime security environment, which necessitated that Pakistan Navy remained ever ready to address any threats to the nation's maritime frontiers.Admiral Naveed Ashraf expressed complete satisfaction and confidence in the operational readiness of Pakistan Navy Fleet.He acknowledged the valuable contributions of fleet towards maritime security and the protection of national and international Sea Lines of Communication.During the ceremony, the Chief of the Naval Staff presented efficiency awards and trophies to the best-performing squadrons and units of Pakistan Navy Fleet Command.