PESHAWAR: Pakistan’s navy on Thursday test-fired an indigenously developed ship-launched anti-ship missile, demonstrating its precision-strike capability and maritime deterrence, the military’s media wing said in a statement.
The test comes after a brief but intense military conflict between Pakistan and India last year in which the nuclear-armed neighbors exchanged missile and artillery fire and deployed drones and fighter jets.
While the four-day confrontation did not escalate into a naval clash, the Pakistan Navy remained on high alert until a US-brokered ceasefire brought the fighting to an end.
“The missile integrates a cutting-edge guidance system and advanced maneuverability, enabling it to evade threats, adapt to dynamic conditions, and deliver with precision and lethality,” the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said.
“The successful launch of this indigenously developed missile underscores the fusion of technological excellence and operational expertise,” it continued.
ISPR said the missile accurately engaged its target at high speed over an extended range during a live weapon firing exercise witnessed by Naval Chief Admiral Naveed Ashraf, along with senior scientists and engineers.
It added the test reflected the navy’s commitment to maintaining credible sea-based deterrence in the conventional domain and ensuring maritime security in the region.
