Second Pakistani Hangor-Class Submarine Launched for Trials Plus
On March 15, the Wuchang Shipbuilding Industry Group Company Ltd launched the Pakistan Navy's second Hangor-class submarine, PNS Shushuk, for sea trials.
Defense News
India’s Rafale-M and Scorpene Submarine Deals Await Final Approval
India's maritime defence capabilities are set for a significant boost as two major defence deals with France - i.e., the acquisition of 26 Dassault Rafale-M...
IDEX 2025 Recap: South Korea Makes Push into Key Middle East Markets Plus
This year marked a strategic push by South Korean companies to strengthen their foothold in the lucrative Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) defence markets,...
IDEX 2025 Recap: Pakistani Defence Industry Hones in on Competitive Strengths Plus
At IDEX 2025, Pakistan’s defense industry showcased its growing portfolio of smart munitions and drones, suggesting a stronger focus on addressing the asymmetrical warfare needs...
IDEX 2025 Recap: Emirati Defence Industry Accelerates Momentum and Aims for Global Presence Plus
The UAE defense industry emerged as a surging force at the 2025 International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX 2025).
Pakistan Navy Gets Second OPV 2600 Batch-II Ship Plus
On 17 December, the Pakistan Navy (PN) took delivery of its fourth - and, at least currently, last – Yarmouk-class offshore patrol vessel (OPV) from...
Wah Industries Limited Contracts Turkish Company Repkon for Artillery Shell Factory Plus
On 21 November, Pakistan’s Wah Industries Limited (WIL) signed an agreement with the Turkish defence contractor Repkon to set up an ammunition body production and...
US Targets Pakistan’s Ballistic Missile Program Plus
On 18 December, the U.S. State Department announced that the United States imposed sanctions on four entities it alleges are supporting Pakistan’s efforts to develop...
Industry Report: Pakistan’s Homegrown C-UAS Solutions Plus
Pakistan’s state-owned enterprises (SOE) have shown significant strides in their efforts to develop counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) solutions.
PAF’s NASTP Sets Upgrade Path for JF-17 (or ‘PFX Alpha’) Plus
Combined with the growing ecosystem of weapons and sensors, a large domestic order could drive significant foreign interest in the Shahpar-III.