Pakistan successfully launches Electro-Optical (EO-1) satellite from China
Pakistan’s Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) has
successfully launched the country’s first fully indigenous Electro-Optical (EO-1) satellite, a historic milestone in Pakistan's space exploration journey.
The satellite was launched on Friday from China’s Jiuquan Satellite Launch
Centre.
The launch ceremony, broadcast live from SUPARCO’s headquarters in Karachi,
allowed citizens to witness the landmark event. The EO-1 satellite is equipped
to monitor environmental changes, track natural disasters, and collect critical
data on crop health, soil moisture, and weather patterns, significantly
contributing to agricultural productivity and disaster management.
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In addition to its environmental applications, EO-1 will enhance Pakistan’s
defense capabilities by providing real-time surveillance, reinforcing national
security.
Advancing Pakistan’s Space Aspirations
The EO-1 satellite launch builds on the success of Pakistan’s first
multi-mission satellite, PAKSAT MM1, launched in May 2024 from China’s Xichang
Satellite Launch Center. Positioned 36,000 kilometers above Earth, PAKSAT MM1
features advanced communication technologies, boasts a 15-year operational
lifespan, and is set to revolutionize Pakistan’s communications infrastructure.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised the accomplishments, saying, “The EO-1
satellite will not only support environmental monitoring but also strengthen
defense systems. Combined with PAKSAT MM1, it will boost e-commerce, economic
activities, and e-governance, while providing high-speed internet to remote
areas.”
With these achievements, Pakistan continues to assert its presence in space
technology and exploration, unlocking new opportunities for scientific
advancement, economic growth, and defense innovation.
Source: The Nation