Chief of Royal Australian Navy visits Pakistan Navy Headquarters

[Darth Vader]

ISLAMABAD 25 Feb 13: Vice Admiral R J Griggs, Chief of Royal Australian Navy accompanied by his personal staff, is on an official visit to Pakistan.

Upon arrival at Naval Headquarters, the Chief of Royal Australian Navy was received by Admiral Mohammad Asif Sandila, Chief of the Naval Staff. A smartly turned out contingent of Pakistan Navy, clad in ceremonial dress, presented him the Guard of Honour. The visiting dignitary was then introduced to Principal Staff Officers (PSOs) at Naval Headquarters.

Later, Vice Admiral R J Griggs, called on Chief of the Naval Staff in his office, where he held detailed discussion on professional matters with his counterpart. A comprehensive brief on PN Role in Regional Maritime Security Situation and Operational developments was also given to the visiting dignitary. During the visit the Admiral will also call on Defence Minister and Naval Admin Authorities at Karachi

The Admiral R J Griggs joined Royal Australian Navy in 1978. Besides commanding the Royal Australian Navy, he has had the privilege to hold a number of Command and Staff appointments including Deputy Maritime (Fleet) Commander and Director General Navy Strategic Policy and Futures. Prior to his appointment as Chief of Royal Australian Navy, he was serving as Deputy Chief of Joint Operations. He was awarded the Conspicuous Service Cross in 1997.

The Admiral is a graduate of University of Queensland, MBA from Australian National University and a recipient of Masters in National Security Strategy from National Defence University Washington DC.