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Pakistan PM congratulates nation on launch of second satellite for fastest internet connectivity

A view of the rocket carrying the PakSat-MM1 satellite at China’s Xichang Satellite Launch Centre on Thursday. X photo

Gulf Today Report

Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif on Thursday congratulated the nation on the launch of its second communication satellite, Paksat-MM1, hoping that it would help provide the fastest Internet facility throughout the country.

“I am delighted to extend my heartfelt congratulations to the entire nation on the momentous occasion of the launch of Pakistan's second communication satellite, Paksat MM1. This remarkable achievement marks a significant advancement in our space and communication capabilities, and I am immensely proud of our national accomplishment,” Shahbaz said in a statement on Thursday.

In a statement, the PM said: "I am particularly excited about the potential impact of Paksat-MM1 on internet connectivity across Pakistan. With its state-of-the-art communication technology, this satellite promises to revolutionise our digital landscape and provide the fastest Internet facility throughout the country.”

Congratulating the nation on the ‘momentous occasion’ he said that the achievement marked a significant advancement in Pakistan’s space and communication capabilities, and he was proud of the national accomplishment.

The prime minister said that Paksat-MM1 would not only enhance the lives of Pakistani citizens but also contribute to the promotion of economic activities, e-commerce, and e-governance.

Shahbaz said that the launch of Paksat-MM1 from China’s Xichang Satellite Launch Centre was a testament to the strong collaboration and partnership between two countries. "It is through such cooperative endeavors that we can propel our nation forward and harness the power of technology for the benefit of our people.”

“Once again, my heartfelt congratulations to the team at Suparco, and the entire nation on this remarkable achievement. May the launch of Paksat MM1 be the harbinger of even greater successes in our quest for excellence in space and communication technology, the PM remarked.

Earlier, Pakistan launched its second communication satellite, PakSat-MM-1, to further improve its digital communication infrastructure, Pakistan’s space agency said.

The satellite was sent into orbit from China's Xichang Satellite Launch Center (XSLC) and will deploy at an altitude of 36,000 km above the Earth.

The five-ton satellite is equipped with the latest communication equipment. "The satellite is expected to contribute to the establishment of a sophisticated communication network and help meet the growing demands of the telecom sector,” the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) said.

The satellite is expected to take three to four days to stabilise in its designated orbit around the Earth, a SUPARCO official added.