Pakistan has successfully launched the Electro-Optical (EO-3) satellite into space.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the satellite was launched from the Xichang Satellite Launch Centre in China.
It stated in a press release that the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) has announced a historic achievement with the successful launch of Pakistan’s indigenous Electro-Optical Satellite (EO-3) from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Centre (TSLC) in China.
The launch of the EO-3 satellite marks another significant milestone in Pakistan’s space program, representing a major step forward in the country’s journey toward self-reliance and technological advancement.
According to SUPARCO, this achievement reflects Pakistan’s growing capabilities in space technology and reinforces its commitment to scientific progress and innovation.
The satellite will provide imaging data to revolutionise urban planning, disaster management, food security and environmental protection. The successful launch of the EO-3 Satellite will serve as the edifice for an integrated Earth Observation System to support national priorities across multiple sectors and will contribute towards sustainable socio-economic development.
On this historic occasion, Prime Minister of Pakistan Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif appreciated the professional excellence and commitment of SUPARCO’s engineers and scientists. He also acknowledged the unwavering support of Pakistan’s all-weather friend, China, in the space domain.
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