Islamabad (TDI): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday felicitated the nation on the successful launch of the country’s first indigenous Electro-Optical (EO-1) satellite from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, China.
In a post on X, PM Shehbaz also commended the efforts of as well as scientists and engineers associated with the project.
“Soaring higher and higher! Proud moment for the nation as Pakistan proudly launches its first Indigenous Electro-Optical (EO-1) satellite from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, China,” the premier wrote on X.
He noted that from EO-1 satellite would help predict crop yields as well as track the urban growth.
“EO-1 is a leap forward in the nation’s journey towards progress,” he said.
PM Shehbaz also acknowledged Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO)’s efforts.
“The successful satellite launch spearheaded by SUPARCO demonstrated the nation’s growing capabilities in space science and technology.