ISLAMABAD, Aug 16, 2025: Pakistan has successfully placed a new remote sensing satellite into orbit.
The Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) confirmed that the satellite is fully operational. The satellite launched on July 31, 2025, from China’s Xichang Satellite Launch Center (XSLC). It quickly established stable links with ground stations and began sending high-resolution images back to Earth.
This technology will transform urban planning, infrastructure projects, and regional development. It will track urban growth, land use, and development trends with high accuracy. The satellite will also strengthen disaster response. It can provide early data for floods, earthquakes, landslides, and other natural hazards, allowing faster action.
In addition, it will monitor glaciers, deforestation, and climate change. Farmers will benefit from improved crop management and higher yields. The system will also support major national projects, including the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). It will help map transport routes, assess risks, and ensure better use of resources.
SUPARCO said the launch shows Pakistan’s progress in space technology and its move toward self-reliance. The agency called the achievement “a step toward sustainable growth and smarter decision-making.”