Pakistan's Navy has commissioned its first Chinese-built Hangor-class attack submarine, marking a significant step in defense cooperation with China. A ceremony for the PNS/M Hangor was held in Sanya, China, attended by high-ranking officials from both nations. This development strengthens the military capabilities of Pakistan's naval fleet.

The Pakistan Navy has received the first of its Chinese-built Hangor-class attack submarine fleet, as Beijing and Islamabad step up defence cooperation. A commissioning ceremony was held for the advanced submarine – named the PNS/M Hangor – in the Chinese city of Sanya on Hainan Island on Thursday, according to a statement from Pakistan’s military. Asif Ali Zardari, the country’s president, and naval chief Admiral Naveed Ashraf attended the event along with senior officials from both the...