31-07-2025
China launches Pakistan's remote-sensing satellite-01 into space
China successfully launched Pakistan's Remote Sensing Satellite-01 (PRSS-01) into space early Thursday, enhancing Islamabad's capabilities in earth observation satellite lifted off atop a Kuaizhou-1A carrier rocket from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in the southwestern province of satellite quickly achieved its preset orbit, and mission controllers confirmed that all systems were operating as planned.
PRSS-01 is designed to support a range of crucial functions in Pakistan, including national land surveys, urban planning, environmental monitoring, and disaster prevention and relief from both China and Pakistan collaborated closely on the project, with the Chinese space industry providing technological support and expertise throughout the development and launch phases. The satellite features advanced imaging systems capable of delivering detailed, high-resolution data for civilian and governmental from Pakistan's Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) hailed the successful deployment as a boost for the country's scientific and technological satellite will enhance Pakistan's capability to respond to natural disasters, such as floods and earthquakes, by enabling timely data collection and analysis, thus supporting government agencies with accurate, real-time information for planning and resource mission is also emblematic of the growing strategic and technological partnership between China and Pakistan. With this launch, the two nations further cement their cooperation in aerospace technology, following previous joint ventures in telecommunications and scientific PRSS-01 begins its operational life in orbit, experts anticipate it will play a vital role in improving Pakistan's infrastructure management, development planning, and disaster successful launch also demonstrates China's emergence as a leading provider of commercial launch and satellite services on the international stage.- EndsMust Watch
