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Hangor-class submarine docked at naval base with Pakistani Navy personnel in background.

Pakistan Unveils Hangor-Class Submarine, Bolstering Naval Deterrence

Meet the Hangor-class submarine, Pakistan's most powerful naval asset yet, boasting a 2,800-ton, 76-meter vessel that's set to take the country's naval deterrence to the next level. Built with cutting-edge air-independent propulsion technology, this game-changing submarine is a force to be reckoned with.

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Diesel-electric submarine docked in a naval base with support vessels in the background.

Pakistan Navy Retires Aging Agosta 70 Submarines

After an impressive 45-year tenure, the Pakistan Navy bids farewell to its trusty Agosta 70 submarines, making way for a new era of cutting-edge, air-independent-propulsion submarines. These aging workhorses have earned their place in history as the longest-serving submarine type in the Pakistan Navy's fleet.

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Modern submarine in a dockyard with cityscape in background and workers present.

Pakistan Accelerates Multi-Domain Defence Build-Up

Pakistan is rapidly bolstering its defence capabilities, with recent milestones including the launch of its fifth dedicated remote-sensing satellite and the commissioning of the advanced Hangor-class submarine, PNS/M Hangor, marking a return to long-endurance submarine operations. This strategic boost is set to significantly enhance the country's naval prowess.

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Pakistan's President and Naval Chief stand at a ceremony as a modern submarine looms in the background.

Pakistan Unveils Hangor-Class Submarine, Boosting Naval Capabilities

Pakistan has taken a major leap in its naval capabilities with the commissioning of the PNS/M Hangor, a cutting-edge Hangor-class submarine equipped with advanced weapons, sensors, and air-independent propulsion. This game-changing vessel is set to play a key role in safeguarding sea lines of communication and maintaining maritime order in the Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean.

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