Pakistan’s space agency commemorates sixth anniversary of satellite launches
The Pakistan Space and Upper
Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) commemorated the sixth anniversary of
the launch of two significant satellites, the Pakistan Remote Sensing Satellite
(PRSS-1) and the Pakistan Technology Evaluation Satellite (PakTES-1A).
Launched on July 9, 2018, from the
Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in China, these satellites represent major
milestones for Pakistan in the space sector. PRSS-1 has been instrumental in
providing crucial data for environmental monitoring, disaster response, and
resource management. On the other hand, PakTES-1A, developed domestically,
underscores Pakistan’s advancing capabilities in satellite technology.
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During the celebration, the Chairman
of SUPARCO emphasized the achievements facilitated by these satellites and
reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further advancing its space program. He
noted, "The data and insights derived from PRSS-1 and PakTES-1A have
significantly contributed to national development and scientific
research."
The chairman expressed gratitude to
all collaborators, scientists, and engineers whose efforts were integral to the
success of these missions, laying a robust foundation for future advancements
in Pakistan’s space initiatives.
Source: https://wenewsenglish.pk/