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Pakistan set to launch advanced observation satellite Thursday

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Banglapress Published: 23 September 2025, 10:25 AM
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Pakistan set to launch advanced observation satellite Thursday
  Bangla Press Desk: The Pakistan space research agency is set to fire into space an advanced Earth observation satellite, potentially jointly developed with China, on 31 July from a Chinese launchpad, building on the launch of the country's first indigenous satellite in January. As per the Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO), Pakistan’s Remote Sensing Satellite (PRSS) will be launched from the Xichang Satellite Launch Centre (XSLC) in China. The mission marks a significant stride in Pakistan’s pursuit of space technology, promising to dramatically expand Earth observation capabilities, Geo TV reported citing a statement issued by the commission. Equipped with state-of-the-art imaging systems, the satellite will support a range of national applications — from precision agriculture and urban planning to environmental monitoring and disaster management, the statement added.
Its role will be vital in predicting and mitigating the impacts of floods, earthquakes, landslides, glacier melt, and deforestation, while enabling informed decisions for resource management. The satellite will also assist in infrastructure planning and geospatial mapping under national development programmes such as the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). With its integration into Pakistan’s existing space fleet — including PRSS-1 (2018) and EO-1 (January 2025) — the new satellite strengthens Suparco's capabilities and aligns with the goals of the National Space Policy and Vision 2047, positioning Pakistan to emerge as a forward-looking, spacefaring nation. The launch is not just a technical milestone — it is the continuation of a transformative journey, the statement added.  This article was originally published on Daily Sun. [Bangla Press is a global platform for free thought. It provides impartial news, analysis, and commentary for independent-minded individuals. Our goal is to bring about positive change, which is more important today than ever before.]
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