Pakistan Navy launches Ghazi submarine
Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Dec 17, 2025 · Last updated Dec 17, 2025
The launch of the fourth Hangor-class submarine for Pakistan by China signifies a deepening defense cooperation between the two nations, potentially impacting the global defense market and regional power dynamics. This development enhances Pakistan's naval capabilities, which could influence stability in the region and affect defense contractors involved in similar projects.
Pakistan Navy's fourth Hangor-class submarine, 'Ghazi', has been launched at Shuangliu Base in Wuhan, China. This marks a significant milestone as all four submarines under construction in China are now undergoing sea trials and are in the final stages of being handed over to Pakistan. The acquisition is part of an agreement between Pakistan and China for eight Hangor-class submarines, with four being built in China by Wuchang Shipbuilding Industry Group and the remaining four to be constructed in Pakistan by Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works Ltd (KS&EW) under a transfer of technology arrangement. These submarines are equipped with advanced weapons and sensors, designed to enhance Pakistan's maritime security and contribute to regional peace and stability. Senior officials from both Pakistan and China attended the launching ceremony, underscoring the strengthening bilateral cooperation.
Set up alerts, explore entity relationships, search across thousands of events, and build custom intelligence feeds.
Open Dashboard