Special Correspondent: Pakistan Navy on Thursday successfully conducted a live weapon firing of an indigenously developed ship-launched anti-ship missile, the military’s media wing said in a statement. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), "In a resolute display of preparedness and precision-strike capability, Pakistan Navy successfully conducted a live weapon firing of an indigenously developed ship-launched anti-ship missile, accurately engaging its target at high speed and extended range."
The statement said that Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf, along with leading scientists and engineers, witnessed the missile firing. "The missile integrates a cutting-edge guidance system and advanced manoeuvrability, enabling it to evade threats, adapt to dynamic conditions, and strike with precision and lethality," it added. The ISPR said the successful launch of the indigenously developed system underscored the fusion of technological excellence and operational expertise.
"The firing reflects the Pakistan Navy’s commitment to maintaining credible sea-based deterrence in the conventional domain and ensuring maritime security and stability in the region," the statement said. The president, prime minister, chief of defence forces, and services chiefs commended the participating units and scientists on achieving the milestone, it added.
Earlier on April 4, Pakistan Navy had inducted the 2nd PN MILGEM Class Corvette, PNS KHAIBAR, into its fleet, marking a significant milestone in the service’s modernisation and operational capabilities.
Addressing the induction ceremony, Admiral Ashraf stressed the importance of “a strong, balanced, and technologically advanced Navy” to safeguard Pakistan’s maritime interests and ensure the security of vital Sea Lines of Communication (SLOCs).
He highlighted the country’s strategic location along key maritime trade and energy corridors as a key factor behind the navy’s modernisation efforts.