Latest Pakistan Satellite Launch
Pakistan successfully launched its Earth-observation satellite, PRSS-II, on July 31, 2025, from China’s Xichang Satellite Launch Centre using a Kuaizhou-1A rocket. This launch strengthens the collaboration between Pakistan and China and supports Pakistan’s goals in sustainable development, disaster management, and national planning. PRSS-II enhances high-resolution imaging capabilities for monitoring climate change, urban growth, and agricultural output.
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پاکستان نے 31 جولائی 2025 کو اپنا زمینی مشاہداتی سیٹلائٹ PRSS-II کامیابی کے ساتھ چین کے Xichang سیٹلائٹ لانچ سینٹر سے Kuaizhou-1A راکٹ کے ذریعے لانچ کیا۔ یہ لانچ پاکستان اور چین کے درمیان تعاون کو مضبوط کرتا ہے اور پائیدار ترقی، ڈیزاسٹر مینجمنٹ اور قومی منصوبہ بندی میں پاکستان کے اہداف کی حمایت کرتا ہے۔ PRSS-II موسمیاتی تبدیلی، شہری ترقی، اور زرعی پیداوار کی نگرانی کے لیے ہائی ریزولوشن امیجنگ کی صلاحیتوں کو بڑھاتا ہے۔
Mission Overview
- Satellite Name: PRSS-II
- Date of Launch: July 31, 2025
- Launch Vehicle: Kuaizhou-1A (China)
- Launch Location: Xichang Satellite Launch Centre, China
- Developed By: SUPARCO (Pakistan), in partnership with Chinese aerospace companies
This marks the 29th successful launch of the Kuaizhou-1A rocket series and highlights Pakistan’s growing dependence on space-based solutions for its development.
Objectives and Strategic Importance
The satellite fulfills various roles, aiding both civilian and government sectors:
Disaster Management
- PRSS-II allows officials to:
- Identify floods, earthquakes, and landslides
- Quickly evaluate damage
- Enhance emergency response and rescue efforts
Agricultural Monitoring
- Monitor crop health through infrared and visual imaging
- Predict crop yields
- Keep an eye on drought-affected or stressed areas
Urban and Infrastructure Planning
- Examine city expansions
- Oversee road and infrastructure development
- Support planners in creating smart cities
Environmental Surveillance
- Observe deforestation, glacial melting, and water bodies
- Monitor air quality and land degradation
- Assist in climate change research
Water Resource Management
- Investigate river systems and watershed areas
- Contribute to flood predictions and hydrological mapping.
Pakistan’s Growing Satellite Fleet
The PRSS-II launch adds to Pakistan’s growing satellite infrastructure, which includes
| Satellite | Type | Launched On | Purpose |
| PRSS-I | Remote Sensing (optical) | July 2018 | Earth observation |
| PRSS-II | Remote Sensing (EO) | July 2025 | Environment, disaster, agriculture |
| PakSat-MM1 | Communications Satellite | May 2024 | Broadband internet, telecommunication |
| PRSC-EO1 | Electro-Optical | January 2025 | High-res imaging, urban/agri mapping |
| ICUBE-Qamar | Lunar Nanosatellite | May 2024 | Moon observation (Chang’e-6 mission) |
Advanced Remote‑Sensing Satellite
Pakistan has achieved a notable milestone by successfully placing another satellite into orbit. On July 31, 2025, Pakistan launched a new Remote Sensing Satellite (PRSS) using a Kuaizhou-1A (KZ-1A) rocket from the Xichang Satellite Launch Centre in China. The launch occurred at approximately 10:00 AM Beijing time and marks a significant improvement in Pakistan’s Earth observation capabilities.
Key Mission Objectives
Enhanced Disaster Monitoring:
Equipped to track floods, landslides, earthquakes, glacier melt, and deforestation, providing early warnings and better resilience.
Resource & Environmental Management:
Supports precision agriculture, urban planning, infrastructure mapping, environmental surveillance, and national development through CPEC programs.
Another Feature About It
Pakistan has launched a new remote sensing satellite to enhance its Earth observation, environmental tracking, and agricultural analysis capabilities. The satellite will aid in disaster management, urban planning, and climate monitoring. Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal praised the SUPARCO team and highlighted China’s support for the project. He announced plans for Pakistan’s first astronaut mission in 2026 and aims for a lunar mission by 2035.
Strategic Milestone in SUPARCO’s Vision
This satellite launch completes Pakistan’s voyage under the Space Vision 2047 program. It expands on major previous missions:
- PRSS‑1 (2018) is Pakistan’s first remote sensing satellite
- SUPARCO has built the first entirely indigenous electro-optical imaging satellite, PRSC-EO1, which will launch in January 2025 (Associated Press of Pakistan+13).
- The new PRSS satellite enhances data imaging capabilities and aligns with national policy aims for scientific self-reliance and sustainable development.
China-Pakistan Space Cooperation
The launch mission was organized by China Great Wall Industry Corporation (CGWIC) in partnership with SUPARCO. This collaboration continues a decades-long strategic alliance in space sciences. Earlier launches, such as PakSat-MM1 and PRSC-EO1, had similar support.
National & Regional Impact
Officials recognize this launch as a symbol of technological advancement and a boost to Pakistan’s space diplomacy. Ahsan Iqbal, Planning Minister, described it as a time that “lifted our national spirit and elevated friendship with China, Associated Press of Pakistan+3.
Why It Matters
| Focus Area | Benefits |
| Disaster Response | Real-time monitoring improves preparedness and mitigation |
| Agriculture & Planning | Land-use mapping supports sustainable agriculture and infrastructure growth |
| Environmental Protection | Tracks ecological changes and glacier patterns |
| National Policy | Drives technological independence and regional cooperation |
| Development Strategy | Supports infrastructure and geohazard mapping for CPEC |
Future of Pakistan’s Space Programme
SUPARCO is set to launch a series of PRSC-EOS spacecraft, with PRSC-EO1 already in orbit. PakSat-MM1 is scheduled for deployment in 2024 to enhance Pakistan’s digital connectivity. Under Vision 2047, Pakistan aims to become a self-reliant space power by developing indigenous satellite manufacturing facilities, establishing ground-based Earth observation data centers, expanding partnerships with international space agencies, and launching satellites for education, space research, and navigation.
Conclusion
The mission scheduled for July 31, 2025, marks a significant milestone in Pakistan’s space journey, as it signifies more than just the launch of a satellite. By incorporating remote sensing and communication functions, the nation is making steady advancements toward self-sufficiency, resilience, and innovation to foster national progress and global scientific cooperation.
31 جولائی 2025 کو طے شدہ مشن، پاکستان کے خلائی سفر میں ایک اہم سنگ میل کی نشاندہی کرتا ہے، کیونکہ یہ صرف ایک سیٹلائٹ لانچ کرنے سے زیادہ کی نشاندہی کرتا ہے۔ ریموٹ سینسنگ اور کمیونیکیشن کے افعال کو شامل کرکے، قوم قومی ترقی اور عالمی سائنسی تعاون کو فروغ دینے کے لیے خود کفالت، لچک اور اختراع کی جانب مسلسل پیش رفت کر رہی ہے۔
FAQ’s
What satellite was recently launched by Pakistan?
SUPARCO, in collaboration with Chinese partners CETC and Microsat China, has recently launched Pakistan’s Remote Sensing Satellite, which is an Earth Observation satellite.
When and where was it launched?
On July 31, 2025, at about 10:00 a.m. Beijing Time (GMT+8), the satellite was launched from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in China.
Who was involved in the mission?
Pakistan’s SUPARCO collaborated with China’s CETC and MICROSAT to launch a mission aboard a Kuaizhou-1A rocket.