Pakistan Marks Milestone With New Satellite Launch

Pakistan has reached a new milestone in space research with the successful launch of its remote sensing satellite, PRSC-EO3, from China.

The satellite was launched on Saturday from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center aboard a Long March-6 rocket and successfully entered its designated orbit, according to Xinhua News Agency. The mission marked the 640th flight of China’s Long March rocket series.

Developed by Pakistan’s national space agency Suparco, the high-resolution electro-optical satellite is expected to significantly enhance the country’s capabilities in monitoring natural resources and managing disasters.

Officials said the satellite is equipped with advanced imaging technology and an artificial intelligence-based data processing system, enabling real-time analysis and quicker decision-making from space. It also features improved energy storage and modern imaging modules to ensure high accuracy in data collection.

According to the military’s media wing Inter-Services Public Relations, the satellite will support urban planning, food security, environmental protection and disaster response efforts across the country.

Pakistan’s President Asif Ali Zardari described the achievement as a historic milestone, saying it reflects the country’s growing self-reliance and progress in science and technology. He praised the scientists and engineers behind the project and acknowledged China’s continued support.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also congratulated the team, reaffirming the government’s commitment to advancing Pakistan’s space programme and strengthening technological independence.

Officials said the PRSC-EO3 satellite will serve as a key component of Pakistan’s earth observation system, providing critical data to support sustainable socio-economic development and national priority projects in the years ahead.