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24 June 2006
Task force 158 visits Pakistani Naval Commander
For the second time, Australian Naval Personnel are to command Coalition efforts in the Northern Gulf.
As part of Australia's Naval contribution to the ongoing rebuilding of Iraq, Commodore Peter Lockwood and his staff of twenty one Naval Officers and specialist sailors will take charge of Task Force 158.
This Task Force is responsible for maritime security operations in the Northern Gulf waters, particularly protecting Iraq's oil terminals. These terminals are vital for the economic rebuilding of that country.
The Task Force is made up of a fleet of Coalition Vessels including HMAS Ballarat. Australian Naval contributions to the Gulf have been an ongoing commitment since 1991.
| 20060618adf8109730_006 On route to take command of Coalition Naval Assets in the Northern Gulf, Commander Designate of Task Force 158, Commodore Peter Lockwood, visits the Pakistani Naval Commander responsible for Coalition Naval Forces in the Southern Persian Gulf and off the African Coast. Admiral Shahid Iqbal, welcomed the Australian Officer as they discussed matters not only military. They talked about our countries love of cricket and an upcoming match between the British and Pakistani Forces. Commodore Lockwood hopes his staff can follow in the long held tradition of Australians deployed overseas and partake in the odd cricket match. "Can you please wear them down for us a little." Commodore Lockwood asked of the Pakistani Admiral. On more a serious note, Admiral Iqbal and Commodore Lockwood discussed regional perceptions and operations. (Date taken: 19 June 2006) Low-res | High-res |
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| 20060618adf8109730_016 A Fellow Cricket Fan On route to take command of Coalition Naval Assets in the Northern Gulf, Commander Designate of Task Force 158, Commodore Peter Lockwood, visits the Pakistani Naval Commander responsible for Coalition Naval Forces in the Southern Persian Gulf and off the African Coast. Admiral Shahid Iqbal, welcomed the Australian Officer as they discussed matters not only military. They talked about our countries love of cricket and an upcoming match between the British and Pakistani Forces. Commodore Lockwood hopes his staff can follow in the long held tradition of Australians deployed overseas and partake in the odd cricket match. "Can you please wear them down for us a little." Commodore Lockwood asked of the Pakistani Admiral. On more a serious note, Admiral Iqbal and Commodore Lockwood discussed regional perceptions and operations. (Date taken: 19 June 2006) Low-res | High-res |
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