Rawalpindi, 17 December 2025 – Pakistan Navy has launched its fourth Hangor-class submarine, named GHAZI, at Shuangliu Base in Wuhan, China, marking a major milestone in the country’s naval modernisation programme.
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With this launch, all four submarines being constructed in China are now undergoing rigorous sea trials and are in the final stages of being handed over to Pakistan. The submarines are equipped with advanced weapons and sensors, capable of engaging targets at standoff ranges, and are expected to play a pivotal role in maintaining regional peace and stability.
Under an agreement with China, Pakistan is acquiring eight Hangor-class submarines. Four are being built in China, while the remaining four will be constructed at Karachi Shipyard and Engineering Works Ltd (KS&EW) under a Transfer of Technology (ToT) arrangement.
The launching ceremony was attended by senior officials from both Pakistan and China, reflecting the deepening defence and strategic cooperation between the two countries.
