Pakistan Defence News & Analysis Archives

Is Pakistan Getting More Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPV)?

Pakistan’s previous Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) seemingly indicated that the Navy will acquire six offshore patrol vessels (OPV) of “larger tonnage.” Quwa examines if additional OPVs are on the roadmap, and if so, how they impact the Pakistan Navy’s (PN) growth.

Analysis: Pakistan Navy’s New LRMPA Project

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The Pakistan Navy announced that it acquired one twin-engine commercial jet aircraft for use as a new long-range maritime patrol aircraft (LRMPA). Pakistan is currently seeking a total of 10 LRMPAs.

Outgoing Pakistan Navy Chief Sets Massive 50-Ship Fleet Vision

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Pakistan’s outgoing Chief of Naval Staff revealed that the service is working to build a fleet of 50 ships, of which 20 would be ‘major surface vessels.’

Pakistan Officially Reveals VT4 Tank Induction

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On 22 September 2020, the Pakistan Army showed-off a newly acquired VT4 main battle tank (MBT) at its Field Firing Ranges near Jhelum. It confirmed that it will induct the VT4 tank.

The US NGAD and Digital Engineering: Lessons for Pakistan

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From the onset, Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) cannot – and should not – try mimicking the USAF’s approach. However, it can learn important lessons from the U.S.’ use of digital engineering, and the Digital Century Series fighter designs, but work within Pakistan’s…

Pakistan Offers Glimpses of Next-Generation Fighter Program

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In its commemoration event of the 1965 and 1971 Wars, the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) showed a number of activities that may hint at its next-generation fighter aircraft program, Project Azm.

Pakistan Commits to Forming Offset Policy for Defence Imports

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In its latest ‘Two Years Performance Report,’ the Pakistani Ministry of Defence Production (MoDP) said that it drafted and circulated a new defence offset policy. The offset policy is part of the MoDP’s effort to encourage private sector investment in Pakistan towards both…

Analysis: Ideas on How Pakistan Can Leverage the MILGEM Ada

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By Arslan Khan Arslan Khan is an aerospace engineering student and an analyst/observer of Pakistani defence issues. In July 2018, Pakistan inked a contract with Turkey’s Military Factory and Shipyard Corporation (i.e., ASFAT A.Ş.) for four MILGEM corvettes for the Pakistan Navy (PN).[1] In addition…

Pakistan Air Force Delves into Artificial Intelligence Development

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On 27 August 2020, the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) announced that it inaugurated a ‘Centre of Artificial Intelligence & Computing’ (CENTAIC).

Pakistan’s Chinese Arms Purchases Start Taking Shape

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From new armoured vehicles to high-tech naval vessels, Pakistan’s major arms acquisitions from China are starting to take shape. Pakistan will induct a large assortment of new weapon systems through the 2020s, with China serving as the lead supplier.