Islamabad: The ongoing dispute over Sir Creek has intensified tensions between India and Pakistan, with differing claims over the boundary of this strategically important tidal estuary. While India cites the 1914 Mumbai Presidency records, asserting that the boundary runs along the midline of the creek, Pakistan claims that the entire creek belongs to it, insisting the boundary should be determined along the eastern bank. Though the difference may appear minor, it carries significant implications for the Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZs) of both countries, which are rich in oil, gas, and fishery resources.
Pakistan Navy Signals Readiness
During the Pakistan International Maritime Expo & Conference 2025 (PIMEC-25) at the Karachi Expo Center, Vice Admiral Raja Rab Nawaz, Chief of Pakistan Navy, warned that the Navy is always vigilant and fully prepared to address regional threats. Speaking to the media, he said, “We constantly monitor activities around us. Surveillance and readiness are continuous processes.”
The Admiral further announced that new submarines will soon join the Pakistan Navy fleet, enhancing the country’s maritime and national security capabilities. He emphasized that the Navy’s role goes beyond defense, contributing significantly to regional trade protection and safeguarding maritime routes.
Blue Economy and Strategic Ambitions
Vice Admiral Nawaz also highlighted the need to develop Pakistan’s Blue Economy, stating that efficient use of marine resources could substantially boost the country’s trade and industrial potential. His remarks came at a time when Pakistan-India tensions over Sir Creek have escalated, with increased naval and coast guard activity in the area. India has responded by strengthening monitoring and patrols, keeping a close watch on developments.
Strategic Significance of Sir Creek
Sir Creek is a 96-kilometer tidal estuary located between Gujarat’s Kutch district in India and Sindh province in Pakistan. The ongoing dispute primarily revolves around maritime boundary delimitation and rights over EEZs, which have remained unresolved since the 1947 Partition. Both nations are closely watching the area, which is strategically important for energy, fisheries, and regional trade routes.
The boundary disagreement, while appearing minor, could have far-reaching implications for India’s and Pakistan’s maritime claims in the Arabian Sea. With Pakistan reinforcing surveillance posts and increasing naval patrols, the standoff underscores the critical importance of Sir Creek in regional security and resource management.
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