Pakistan Teams Up With China To Launch Another Satellite

Pakistan is all set to make a potent stride in its journey towards digital transformation with the upcoming launch of the PAKSAT MM1, its Multi-Mission Communication Satellite. The national space agency, the Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (Suparco) recently revealed the launch date of the satellite. On May 30 at the Xichang Satellite Launch Centre (XSLC) in China, the satellite will be launched as part of Pakistan’s ambitious National Space Programme 2047. It will mark a significant milestone in Pakistan’s efforts to improve its capabilities in communication and connectivity.

The PAKSAT MM1 project is a collaborative effort between Suparco and the Chinese aerospace industry. Moreover, it shows a deep technological partnership between Pakistan and the People’s Republic of China. This collaboration highlights the mutual commitment to proffering technological frontiers and accentuates the project as a cornerstone of teamwork. The PAKSAT MM1 launch is not just a technical achievement but also a sign of the growing relations between the two nations in space technology and research.

Pakistan To Launch A New Satellite On May 30

Pakistan successfully launched its mini satellite ‘iCube-Qamar’ as part of China’s Chang’e-6 lunar mission from Hainan province earlier this month. This launch was another mark of Pakistan’s growing capabilities in space technology. iCube-Qamar transmitted outstanding images of the moon from lunar orbit on May 8, showcasing Pakistan’s growing space exploration capabilities.

The launch of PAKSAT MM1 into orbit is anticipated to have a deep impact on Pakistan’s socio-economic landscape. According to Suparco, this satellite will leverage advanced communication technologies to support different sectors across Pakistan. Moreover, it will also facilitate socio-economic development.
To celebrate this historic event, Suparco announced that the launch ceremony will be broadcast live for media outlets from its facilities in Karachi and Islamabad. It will allow people across Pakistan and around the world to see this tremendous achievement in real time.

The launch of PAKSAT MM1 depicts a substantial leap forward in Pakistan’s space ambitions. It illustrates the fruitful collaboration between Pakistan and China and sets a new bar for technological advancement in communication satellites.