ISLAMABAD, Nov 26 (APP): Chairman Prime Minister’s Youth Programme Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan on Wednesday praised the Pakistan Navy for successfully testing the country’s first indigenous anti-ship ballistic missile.
The test marks a new era in Pakistan’s defence technology.
Rana Mashhood called the achievement a major boost to Pakistan’s defence capabilities. He said it fills the nation with pride and highlights the Navy’s professionalism.
He paid tribute to Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf, scientists, engineers and the entire project team. He said their dedication and hard work have brought Pakistan into an advanced era of defence technology.
“These individuals are role models for the nation. Their success inspires youth and strengthens our confidence in Pakistan’s scientific and military progress,” he added.
Rana Mashhood said the entire nation is grateful to these heroes. “We take great pride in their achievement,” he stated.
According to the statement issued by ISPR, the Pakistan Navy “conducted a successful test flight of an indigenously developed ship-launched Anti-Ship Ballistic Missile.” The statement said the test is “a testimony to Pakistan’s technological prowess and Pakistan Navy’s unwavering commitment to safeguard national interests.” The launch was witnessed by the Chief of Naval Staff, scientists, engineers, and the full project team.
Rana Mashhood added, “Our forces continue to inspire the nation with their courage, dedication and unwavering commitment to protect Pakistan at all costs. Pakistan Zindabad!”