Why Pakistan Wants to Upgrade its F-16s
A quiet update to an existing Pentagon contract had indicated Pakistan could be seeking new AIM-120C8/D3 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM), setting off a wave...
Bilal Khan
Founder of Quwa, Bilal has been researching Pakistani defence industry and security issues for over 15 years. His work has been cited by Pakistan's National Defence University (NDU), the Council of Foreign Relations, Bulletin of Atomic Scientists, Centre of Airpower Studies and many others. He has a Hons. B.A in Political Science and Masters of Interntional Public Policy from Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.
A New Power Play? What the Saudi-Pakistan Defence Pact Really Means for South Asia and the Middle East
In this week’s episode of Defence Uncut, we analyze the newly signed Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. This pact is far...
US Clarifies AMRAAM Contract with Pakistan Plus Pro
The Pentagon corrected an earlier contract update to state that a $41.6M adjustment was made for the sustainment of existing AMRAAM stocks in Pakistan.
How Ukraine’s Naval Success Reveals a Hidden Opportunity for Pakistan Plus Pro
Pakistan's Navy is developing USVs for patrol, but this analysis argues it's missing their true power as a potent A2/AD weapon proven effective by Ukraine.
Pakistan Tests Fatah-4 Ground-Launched Cruise Missile (GLCM) Plus Pro
Pakistan tested its new Fatah-4 ground-launched cruise missile. With a 750 km range, it boosts the Army's long-range conventional strike capabilities.
Pakistan Promotes New Network-Enabled Mortar Carrier Plus Pro
Pakistan's new AIMS mortar can fire and vanish in seconds. Discover how this rapid 'shoot-and-scoot' weapon is key to its next-generation war strategy.
After a Decade of Growth, the Real Test for Pakistan’s Navy Has Just Begun Plus Pro
After a decade of growth, Pakistan's Navy faces its real test: sustainability. The next phase is not about building a bigger fleet, but a sharper,...
How Space Will Drive the Pakistan Air Force’s Target Management Plus Pro
In response to the IAF's claims, Pakistan's Air Force is turning to space. Find out how new satellites are revolutionizing military strategy and target management.
AVIC Showcases J-35A’s Air-to-Air Missile Options Plus Pro
At Changchun Air Show 2025, the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) showcased some of the air-to-air missile (AAM) options of the Shenyang J-35A.
Pakistan Air Force’s Shift to Satellites, Jamming, & Standoff Weapons Plus Pro
The PAF's future strike doctrine is shifting from a platform-centric model to a munitions-first approach, prioritizing a full ecosystem to defeat advanced A2/AD.