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Pakistan Navy unveils first Hangor class submarine in China boosting its underwater deterrent
International
Published on 30 April 2026
The maiden boat is packed with new armament and sensors
Pakistan has commissioned its first Hangor-class submarine in Sanya, China, in a ceremony attended by President Asif Ali Zardari. The state-of-the-art vessel is fitted with updated armament and sensing technology, aiming to strengthen Pakistan’s defensive capabilities in regional waters. The launch marks a significant step in Pakistan’s ongoing naval modernization drive.
- Pakistan commissioned its first Hangor-class submarine in Sanya, China
- President Asif Ali Zardari attended the commissioning event
- The submarine features updated armament and sensing technology
- The move is expected to improve Pakistan’s underwater deterrence
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