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India's Nightmare: China Arms Pakistan to the Teeth with Cutting-Edge ... Share Facebook X WhatsApp ReddIt Pakistan officially commissioned the Hangor-class submarine into its Navy in a ceremony on April 30, further expanding the share of Chinese weapons in its military amid sustained tensions with its next-door neighbor, India. The induction ceremony reportedly took place during an event in the Chinese port city of Sanya. The event’s main guest, Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari, called it a “historic milestone” for the Pakistan Navy. Meanwhile, the Pakistani military said, “The commissioning of the first Hangor-class submarine marks another chapter in the time-tested and enriching friendship between Pakistan and China.” “The Hangor-class submarines, equipped with advanced sensors, weapons, and air-independent propulsion systems, would help preserve stability in the region and secure vital sea lanes across the Arabian Sea and the wider Indian Ocean,” the Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Naveed Ashraf, was quoted as saying in media reports. Named after the submarine (PNS Hangor) that sank the Indian Navy’s INS Khukri during the 1971 Indo-Pakistan war, the Hangor class submarine is …

[VIDEO] Pakistan's PNS Hangor Arrives in Karachi, China-Built AIP ... [VIDEO] Pakistan’s PNS Hangor Arrives in Karachi, China-Built AIP Submarine Shifts Arabian Sea Power Balance Against India Escorted by Z-9 helicopters and surface combatants, Pakistan Navy’s first Hangor-class submarine strengthens Islamabad’s anti-access warfare posture while intensifying strategic competition across the Arabian Sea and northern Indian Ocean. English International News By admin On Jun 12, 2026 Share (DEFENCE SECURITY ASIA) — Pakistan’s Navy first Hangor-class submarine, PNS Hangor, has arrived in Karachi on June 11, marking a transformational escalation in Islamabad’s undersea warfare posture across the Arabian Sea and northern Indian Ocean maritime battlespace. PNS Hangor entered Pakistani home waters escorted by Pakistan Naval Aviation Z-9 helicopters, surface combatants, and fast attack craft, reflecting deliberate strategic signalling intended to showcase the submarine’s operational integration into Pakistan’s evolving anti-access maritime architecture. The submarine’s arrival follows its commissioning ceremony at Sanya on China’s Hainan Island on April 30, attended by President Asif Ali Za…

Pak's first Hangor-class submarine arrives at Karachi Port Agencies Pak's first Hangor-class submarine arrives at Karachi Port Islamabad: Pakistan's first Hangor-class submarine built under an agreement with China arrived at Karachi Port , marking a significant milestone in the Navy's modernisation , according to a statement. Upon arrival at the Pakistan Navy Dockyard on Thursday, a reception ceremony was held and Commander Pakistan Fleet Vice Admiral Abdul Munib attended as the chief guest. According to a statement by the Pakistan Navy, the submarine on arrival was accorded a traditional naval welcome attended by Pakistan Navy officers and personnel, as well as family members of the crew. Also Read: Pakistan says engaged in US-Iran mediation despite escalation, calls for negotiated settlement "Cadets of Pakistan Naval Academy presented a ceremonial salute to the incoming submarine and its crew, accompanied by a fly-past by PN Z9EC helicopters," said the navy. Live Events The submarine was built in China under an agreement signed in 2015 for eight Hangor-class diesel-electric attack submarines . The initial four submarines are being built in China by the China Shipbuilding and Off…

Pak's first Hangor-class submarine arrives in Karachi: Why India is watching closely Pakistan's Navy welcomed its first Hangor-class submarine, a Chinese-derived vessel featuring advanced Air Independent Propulsion. This marks the start of an eight-submarine induction by 2028, significantly boosting Pakistan's underwater fleet. Meanwhile, India's submarine modernization faces delays, with plans for new vessels and AIP integration progressing slowly, though it still maintains a numerical advantage.

Pakistan rattles India with new Chinese-built stealth submarine The last time Pakistan’s navy operated a submarine in the Bay of Bengal, India sank it. That was 1971. Fifty-five years on, Islamabad is signalling its intent to go back. The vessel delivering that message, PNS Hangor, arrived in Karachi on June 11, the first of a class of eight attack submarines – four built in China, with the remainder to be constructed in Pakistan to develop its shipbuilding capacity. PNS Hangor is named after an earlier Daphne-class submarine that sank the Indian frigate INS...

Pakistan Navy's first Hangor-class submarine arrives in Karachi Get Alerts ISLAMABAD - Pakistan’s maritime defence capabilities received a major boost on Thursday as the Pakistan Navy’s first Hangor-class submarine, PNS/M Hangor, arrived at Karachi, marking a significant milestone in the country’s naval modernisation programme.The arrival of the state-of-the-art submarine represents more than the induction of a new platform into the fleet. It underscores Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening maritime security, enhancing defence self-reliance and modernising its underwater warfare capabilities. Built in China, the Hangor-class submarine is equipped with advanced combat systems, sophisticated sonar and radar suites, modern weaponry and cutting-edge stealth technology, enabling it to operate discreetly while maintaining a high level of combat effectiveness. The vessel is capable of carrying long-range torpedoes and cruise missiles, significantly enhancing the Pakistan Navy’s underwater strike and deterrence capabilities. One of its key features is the Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) system, which allows the submarine to remain submerged for extended periods without surfacing, ther…

Challenge to India: Pak mulls naval presence in Bay of Bengal since 1971 Pakistan is signaling a sustained naval presence in the Bay of Bengal with its new, advanced submarine, PNS Hangor. This move, coupled with warming ties with Bangladesh, marks a significant shift in Pakistan's maritime strategy. The technologically superior submarine, built in China, enhances Pakistan's underwater capabilities, potentially altering the strategic balance in the eastern Indian Ocean after over five decades.

First Hangor-class submarine arrives at Karachi Port <p>The first Hangor-class submarine has arrived at Karachi Port, marking a significant milestone in the Pakistan Navy’s modernisation programme and underscoring the deepening strategic defence cooperation between Pakistan and China, a statement issued by the Pakistan Navy said on Thursday.</p> <p>The Hangor-class submarine is equipped with advanced combat systems, modern sensors, Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) technology and enhanced stealth features, which will significantly enhance the navy’s combat capability.</p> <figure class='media w-full sm:w-full media-- ' data-original-src='https://i.dawn.com/large/2026/06/1123073938c1ca5.webp'> <div class='media__item '><picture><img src='https://i.dawn.com/large/2026/06/1123073938c1ca5.webp' alt='PNS Hangor arrives at Karachi port. &mdash; Pakistan Navy PR' /></picture></div> <figcaption class='media__caption '>PNS Hangor arrives at Karachi port. — Pakistan Navy PR</figcaption> </figure> <p>On arrival, the submarine was accorded a traditional naval welcome attended by Pakistan Navy officers and personnel, as well as family members of the crew, the stat…

Pak's first Hangor-class submarine arrives at Karachi Port Agencies Pak's first Hangor-class submarine arrives at Karachi Port Islamabad: Pakistan's first Hangor-class submarine built under an agreement with China arrived at Karachi Port , marking a significant milestone in the Navy's modernisation , according to a statement. Upon arrival at the Pakistan Navy Dockyard on Thursday, a reception ceremony was held and Commander Pakistan Fleet Vice Admiral Abdul Munib attended as the chief guest. According to a statement by the Pakistan Navy, the submarine on arrival was accorded a traditional naval welcome attended by Pakistan Navy officers and personnel, as well as family members of the crew. Also Read: Pakistan says engaged in US-Iran mediation despite escalation, calls for negotiated settlement "Cadets of Pakistan Naval Academy presented a ceremonial salute to the incoming submarine and its crew, accompanied by a fly-past by PN Z9EC helicopters," said the navy. Live Events The submarine was built in China under an agreement signed in 2015 for eight Hangor-class diesel-electric attack submarines . The initial four submarines are being built in China by the China Shipbuilding and Off…

Indian Navy P-8I Poseidon Hunts Pakistan's New Hangor Submarine Near ... Indian Navy P-8I Poseidon Hunts Pakistan’s New Hangor Submarine Near Karachi as Arabian Sea Underwater Rivalry Intensifies Indian Navy P-8I Poseidon anti-submarine warfare patrols near Pakistan’s EEZ intensified immediately after the arrival of PNS/M Hangor, Islamabad’s new Chinese-built AIP submarine designed to reshape the underwater balance of power in the Arabian Sea. English International News By admin On Jun 14, 2026 The appearance of an Indian Navy P-8I Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft near Pakistan’s Exclusive Economic Zone immediately after the arrival of Pakistan Navy’s newly inducted PNS/M Hangor has intensified scrutiny over the rapidly evolving underwater balance of power in the Arabian Sea. Share (DEFENCE SECURITY ASIA) — The appearance of an Indian Navy P-8I Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft near Pakistan’s Exclusive Economic Zone immediately after the arrival of Pakistan Navy’s newly inducted PNS/M Hangor has intensified scrutiny over the rapidly evolving underwater balance of power in the Arabian Sea. Open-source flight tracking data, defence analysis, and regional OSINT monitoring indicate …

First Hangor-Class Submarine Arrives at Karachi Port Pakistan’s naval power has reached a new peak. The first Hangor-class submarine has arrived at Karachi Port, marking a defining moment in the country’s defence modernisation journey. This historic arrival reflects the deepening strategic ties between Pakistan and China and signals a bold new chapter for the Pakistan Navy. A Historic Arrival The Pakistan Navy officially confirmed that the first Hangor-class submarine docked at Karachi Port on Thursday. The event was celebrated with full naval honours. Cadets from the Pakistan Naval Academy presented a ceremonial salute to the incoming vessel and its crew. A fly-past by PN Z9EC helicopters added to the grandeur of the occasion, while officers, personnel, and the crew’s family members gathered to witness this landmark moment. A formal reception ceremony was held at the Pakistan Navy Dockyard. Commander Pakistan Fleet Vice Admiral Abdul Munib attended as the chief guest, underscoring the strategic importance of this induction. The first PN HANGOR Class submarine, PNS/M HANGOR, arrived at Karachi and was accorded a traditional naval welcome. Cadets of Pakistan Naval Academy presented…