The Pakistan Navy conducted a successful flight test of an indigenously developed ship-launched ballistic missile on Monday, according to a statement from the navy.

“The weapon system with 350km range is capable of engaging land and sea targets with high precision,” said the statement issued by the Directorate General Public Relations (Navy).

“The weapon system is equipped with a state-of-the-art navigation system and manoeuvrability features.”

The development underscores its commitment to bolstering its defence capabilities through indigenous technology and innovation.

The development reflects significant advancements in Pakistan’s military technology and aims to strengthen national security.

Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf, along with senior officers of the Pakistan Navy, scientists, and engineers, observed the successful demonstration of a ballistic missile test.

President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, and the service chiefs congratulated the units and scientists congratulated participating naval units and scientists on the achievement.

Earlier this year, the Pak­istan Army successfully conducted the test-launch of Fatah-II guided rocket system that has a range of 400 kilometres.

In 2023, the ground-based air defense units of the Pakistan Navy showcased their combat readiness and warfighting capabilities by successfully launching surface-to-air missiles.

During the missile firing exercise, the Navy’s air defense units effectively targeted and engaged the designated objectives, demonstrating high levels of professionalism in real-time operations. This successful missile launch, conducted using a short-range air defense system, reinforced the Navy’s ability to defend against potential aerial threats.