The Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (Suparco) has announced the upcoming launch of Pakistan’s latest communication satellite, PAKSAT MM1. Scheduled for lift-off on May 30th, 2024, from the XiChang Satellite Launch Centre in China, PAKSAT MM1 is a joint venture between Suparco and the China Great Wall Industry Corporation (CGWIC).
Pakistan blasts off with new satellite!
The advanced communication satellite aims to address Pakistan’s growing demand for robust connectivity and play a pivotal role in the nation’s digital transformation.
Suparco officials believe PAKSAT MM1 will act as a catalyst for socio-economic development by bolstering telecommunication, broadcasting, and internet services across the country. The launch ceremony will be broadcast live from Suparco’s facilities in Karachi and Islamabad, allowing the nation to witness this historic moment.
This launch signifies continued progress for Pakistan’s space program, which has seen the successful deployment of six previous satellites: BADR-A, BADR-B, PAKSAT 1-R, PRSS-1, PakTes 1-A, and most recently, iCube-Qamar.
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iCube-Qamar, Pakistan’s first lunar mission, successfully captured the first-ever images of the moon from its orbit, marking a significant achievement for Pakistani scientists.
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