The Pakistan Navy has successfully conducted a live firing of an indigenously developed ship-launched anti-ship missile.
The missile accurately struck its target at high speed and extended range, showcasing Pakistan’s growing precision-strike capabilities at sea.
Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf witnessed the test alongside leading scientists and engineers, according to Inter-Services Public Relations.
The missile is equipped with a modern guidance system and advanced maneuverability, allowing it to evade threats and adapt to dynamic combat environments.
Officials stated that the system ensures high precision and lethality, reflecting a major step forward in indigenous defense technology development.
The successful launch highlights the strong collaboration between military expertise and local scientific innovation in Pakistan’s defense sector.
The test is seen as part of Pakistan Navy’s broader efforts to maintain a credible sea-based deterrence capability in the conventional domain.
It also reinforces the country’s commitment to safeguarding maritime security and ensuring stability in the region amid evolving threats.
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised the achievement and commended the teams involved.
Chief of Defence Forces Asim Munir and other service chiefs also congratulated the participating units and scientists on this milestone.
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