Pakistan’s Navy is set to acquire advanced submarines from China, strengthening maritime security and deepening defense cooperation. The first boat, named Hangor, was commissioned in China, and the program aims for a fleet of eight submarines with some construction planned in Pakistan. The announcement comes amid recent missile testing, raising regional strategic stakes.
US stock futures are flashing a split signal: Dow Jones futures fall while Nasdaq climbs nearly 1% and S&P 500 edges up. The rebound is being powered by strong earnings, with Intel surging after beating forecasts, alongside accelerating AI-driven demand and fresh defense momentum from an F-16 contract. Still, oil and trade risks keep investors selective.
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