Turkey has delivered the second MILGEM-class corvette, PNS Khaibar, to the Pakistan Navy, following the earlier induction of PNS Babur. This delivery signifies a strategic enhancement for Pakistan, featuring advanced capabilities such as anti-submarine warfare systems and modern combat management technologies. The partnership also reflects the growing defense cooperation between Turkey and Pakistan, aimed at diversifying military sources and fostering indigenous shipbuilding capabilities in Pakistan. As both nations strengthen ties amid regional tensions, this development not only bolsters Pakistan’s naval capabilities in the Arabian Sea but also underscores a shift in defense collaboration dynamics, promoting strategic autonomy against traditional Western suppliers.