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So... when are we going to get crisp snaps taken over India?
 
Taimoor said:
So... when are we going to get crisp snaps taken over India?
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For this very purpose a contract with China's PIESAT company was signed in September 2025 to build a constellation of 20 satellites.

According to Quwa, that constellation is likely to expand to 54 satellites.

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Pakistan’s Deal With PIESAT Could Signal a Civilian-Led Satellite Program - Quwa

Pakistan signed a $406 million USD deal with China’s PIESAT for a constellation of over 20 imaging and communication satellites, a move that signals a profound shift in its strategic posture. The agreement, which includes a full transfer-of-technology (ToT) for in-country satellite...
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For this very purpose a contract with China's PIESAT company was signed in September 2025 to build a constellation of 20 satellites.

According to Quwa, that constellation is likely to expand to 54 satellites.

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Pakistan’s Deal With PIESAT Could Signal a Civilian-Led Satellite Program - Quwa

Pakistan signed a $406 million USD deal with China’s PIESAT for a constellation of over 20 imaging and communication satellites, a move that signals a profound shift in its strategic posture. The agreement, which includes a full transfer-of-technology (ToT) for in-country satellite...
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Dayr aeey durast aaeey

Lesson learned from the cockup of May last year. Need to understand the mindset of the mortal enemy. For them, reputation means everything, and when you have solid proofs to drag them through mud, that in itself create a sort of deterrence.
 
Pakistan Space Agency said:
For this very purpose a contract with China's PIESAT company was signed in September 2025 to build a constellation of 20 satellites.

According to Quwa, that constellation is likely to expand to 54 satellites.

quwa.org

Pakistan’s Deal With PIESAT Could Signal a Civilian-Led Satellite Program - Quwa

Pakistan signed a $406 million USD deal with China’s PIESAT for a constellation of over 20 imaging and communication satellites, a move that signals a profound shift in its strategic posture. The agreement, which includes a full transfer-of-technology (ToT) for in-country satellite...
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Latest Updates (Late 2025 / Early 2026)​

  • Progress on the Manufacturing Base: In late December 2025, PIESAT executives attended the AI Rise Expo in Islamabad. During the event, they held high-level talks with Pakistan’s Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) to brief them on the tangible progress being made on a new, localized satellite manufacturing base in Pakistan.

  • "Nuwa" Radar Constellation Showcase: PIESAT officially introduced the capabilities of its "Nuwa" radar satellite constellation to Pakistani officials. The Pakistani government showed strong interest in the constellation's on-orbit data processing and target recognition capabilities.

  • Push for Faster Implementation: Pakistani officials have publicly urged for the accelerated rollout of these joint projects, primarily to utilize the remote-sensing data for agriculture, disaster management, and strategic intelligence.

What the Deal Actually Entails​

This is not just a standard procurement deal; it is a major tech-transfer and infrastructure project designed to give Pakistan sovereign space capabilities. The first phase of the agreement includes:

  • A New Satellite Constellation: The launch and operation of 20 low-Earth orbit satellites focused on real-time global communication and Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) remote sensing.

  • Local Infrastructure: The construction of a dedicated satellite manufacturing facility inside Pakistan, significantly reducing Islamabad's reliance on foreign manufacturing for future orbital hardware.

  • Tech Transfer & Software: PIESAT is providing the technical support and software required to help Pakistan operate these satellites independently.
 
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So the launching platform is a giant Ship ? why can't we have it and start sending our own satellite in space from Pakistan? Am i Missing something?
 
Taimoor said:
Dayr aeey durast aaeey

Lesson learned from the cockup of May last year. Need to understand the mindset of the mortal enemy. For them, reputation means everything, and when you have solid proofs to drag them through mud, that in itself create a sort of deterrence.
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Not just BDA, the InSAR constellation will help our side keep close tabs on how India moves its assets on a daily basis, ensuring our targeting plans are kept as fresh and timely as possible. To do this correctly, we will also need to drastically the software layer of the system where we need a rapid means to feed the latest targeting info to all of our munitions.

Pakistan will need to set up its own equivalent of Palantir, basically, to do this right. It'd be ideal if the armed forces would seed-fund a private-public firm to build our cybersecurity, AI, and other ICT systems.

From AI annotators to software engineers to AI researchers, such a firm can hire tens of thousands, if not 100,000+, Pakistanis in STEM and drive billions in value for the country by indigenizing our ICT and exporting.
 

A Course Correction for Pakistan’s Space Ambitions ​


Ultimately, SUPARCO’s contemporary relevance is defined by its alignment with Pakistan’s existential challenges: climate resilience, precision agriculture, and national security.

By Akash Shah
February 13, 2026
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For decades, the story of Pakistan’s space program was one of missed opportunities. While its neighbor India was making global headlines with lunar landings and expansive satellite constellations, Pakistan’s Space & Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) seemed to be stuck in a long period of quiet.

However, the last two years have signaled a profound shift. If the recent flurry of activity is any indication, SUPARCO is making a comeback accounting for the lost time and potential, in the wake of national and regional challenges pertaining to its economy, climate change and national security.

The most visible sign of this resurgence came on February 7, 2026, when it was announced that two Pakistani candidates had been shortlisted for advanced training at the Astronaut Center of China (ACC). This follows the landmark Bilateral Astronaut Cooperation Agreement signed in February 2025. By late 2026, one of these individuals will become the first Pakistani to go into orbit, joining a mission to China’s Tiangong Space Station. More than just a pride-boosting moment for the country, it is a serious scientific endeavor where a Pakistani astronaut will conduct microgravity experiments in fields ranging from medicine to ecology.

Beyond the glamor of human spaceflight, the real substance of SUPARCO’s comeback lies in its technical achievements. In 2025 alone, Pakistan successfully launched three remote sensing satellites, marking an unprecedented pace of activity in organization’s history.

Arguably the most significant element of these developments is the HS-1 (Pakistan’s first Hyperspectral Imaging Satellite), launched in October 2025. To the average observer, it might just seem like just another Earth observation satellite equipped with a high resolution camera, however, it actually represents a technological leap that has ramifications across multiple domains. While traditional Earth observation satellites capture Earth in the visible spectrum of light, hyperspectral imaging breaks the light spectrum into hundreds of narrow bands. It helps with distinguishing the chemical composition of the ground below such as detecting early signs of crop disease, pinpointing specific mineral deposits, or tracking the exact flow of pollution in the waterways. Hyperspectral imagery also helps in providing enhanced observation and exploration as multi-band images capture details and anomalies that conventional visible spectrum cameras are unable to detect.

This level of precision is a tool for resource competition and socioeconomic survival. In a country grappling with food security and climate-induced disasters like glacial melt and record breaking torrential rains, the data from satellites like HS-1 provides a digital edge that can help in mitigating the impact of floods or enhancing agricultural yields by as much as 15-20 percent.

In the contemporary geopolitical landscape, the traditional conception of space as a “sanctuary” or “common heritage of mankind” has been superseded by its recognition as the “ultimate high ground,” a critical domain for power projection and situational awareness.

For Pakistan, the strategic dimension of outer space is no longer a peripheral concern but a core component of national defense. Recent regional frictions have underscored the indispensability of space-based assets; for instance, during the 2019 and 2025 India-Pakistan military standoffs, the ability to maintain real-time persistent surveillance over adversarial movements became a decisive factor in operational planning. Independent analysis suggests that Pakistan’s integration of satellite-derived intelligence with ground-based data links, such as the Link-17 system, allowed for a “sequenced kill chain” in multidomain environments, effectively countering high-tech adversarial assets.

While the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) established a formidable early lead in satellite constellations and space situational awareness (SSA), Pakistan is systematically narrowing this capability gap. It was in fact acknowledged by Indian military officials that Pakistan was able to monitor the movement of Indian military assets in real time during the May 2025 conflict.

This resurgence is largely anchored in a strategic partnership with China under the framework of the Asia-Pacific Space Cooperation Organization (APSCO) and various bilateral government-to-government contracts. This collaboration serves as the technical backbone for Space Vision 2040, facilitating the development of an indigenous knowledge base. By localizing these technologies, Pakistan aims to mitigate its historical reliance on expensive and potentially restricted foreign commercial imagery, thereby enhancing its strategic autonomy.

The historical trajectory of SUPARCO was characterized by a pause stretching across decades, primarily driven by shifting national priorities and severe fiscal constraints. While regional peers successfully transitioned into global stakeholders vis-à-vis outer space during this period, Pakistan’s program faced significant setbacks, including the loss of critical orbital slots. However, the current institutional momentum suggests a decisive correction of this course.

The deployment of a modern satellite fleet, comprising the Paksat-MM1 for high-speed digital connectivity and the PRSS-1 for high-resolution optical monitoring, demonstrates a shift in doctrine. Space technology is now integrated into the state’s essential infrastructure, performing roles as critical as physical transit or energy networks. Specifically, these assets provide the digital oversight necessary for the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), enabling real-time infrastructure monitoring and geo-hazard risk assessment.

Ultimately, SUPARCO’s contemporary relevance is defined by its alignment with Pakistan’s existential challenges: climate resilience, precision agriculture, and national security. The transition from the 1990s experimental Badr series to the sophisticated hyperspectral and communication arrays of today signifies a move toward technological sovereignty. As the commission prepares for its first crewed mission in late 2026, the strategic message is clear: Pakistan has transitioned from a passive observer of the space race to an active, purpose-driven participant.
 
Quwa please do more videos on your Youtube Channel more often
 
Good news for Pakistan another satellite launched

But For the first time ever Pakistan launched it’s satellite on board a Chinese platform in the sea

This reduces cost and is a highly technical challenge

Pakistan is building the satellites and Chinese rockets are launching them into orbit

PRSC-EO1 which was launched a few weeks ago in Jan 2026 and PRSC-EO2 are officially civil remote sensing / EO missions by the civilian space agency (SUPARCO) but they are advertised as such to avoid international pressure

They are dual use for military purpose

Pakistan plans to launch 54 satellites in the coming years

Satellites are the eyes and ears of any modern military

A nation without satellites is the mercy of the aggressor

After Pakistan completes its satellite constellation it will give a re visit time of less than 30 mins

Another words Pakistan can see the same spot again in under 30 mins giving it a ultra low reaction time
 
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...PRSC-EO1 which was launched a few weeks ago in Jan 2026 and PRSC-EO2 are officially civil remote sensing / EO missions...
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  • PRSC-0EO1 was launched in January 2025, last year.
  • PRSC-EO2 was launched in February 2026, almost a year later (originally planned to be launched in December 2025).
  • PRSC-EO3 is expected to be launched within the next four months.

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... by the civilian space agency (SUPARCO) but they are advertised as such to avoid international pressure ...
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I don't think Pakistan cares much about any international pressure. Various individuals and Government related departments are already under US sanctions for decades.

In the past, Pakistan needed dual use technology from the West, so the space program suffered significantly. That's no longer the case as China can supply anything and everything Pakistan's space program needs.
 
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