ISLAMABAD: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir on Friday inaugurated the second chapter of National Aerospace Science and Technology Park (NASTP) in Karachi which he said was part of a strategic initiative designed to benefit the country in numerous ways.
The project was envisaged by the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) to foster collaboration between industry, academia and the government to nurture research, development and innovation in key sectors such as aviation, space and cyber technologies.
NASTP was meant to create a thriving technology ecosystem in the country that aimed to maximize social, economic, security and scientific benefits for Pakistan.
“COAS termed NASTP a project of national and strategic significance that would yield manifold benefits for the country since it would spur technological progress and foster self-reliance by offering a platform for the nation’s youth and future generations,” said a brief statement released by the army’s media wing, ISPR, following the visit.
The army chief praised PAF’s efforts and applauded its skilled personnel in achieving yet another milestone of NASTP Silicon in Karachi.
Chief of Air Staff Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu said his vision was to turn the technology park in one of the best aerospace, cyber and information technology clusters to create advanced technologies that can help accrue maximum social, economic, security and scientific dividends for Pakistan.
General Munir also visited Karachi’s Corps Headquarters to evaluate the army’s operational preparedness along with the administrative measures taken to ensure the welfare of troops and martyrs’ families.
