What Happened
Beijing Strengthens Military Ties With Strategic Partner
The Chinese Ministry of National Defense has announced the delivery of the first Qilin-class conventional submarine to Pakistan, marking a significant development in their military cooperation. The submarine, also known as the Hangor-class, was commissioned by the Pakistan Navy in Sanya, China, with Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari and Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf in attendance. The delivery represents a ‘vivid embodiment’ of the all-weather strategic cooperative partnership between the two countries, according to a spokesperson for the Chinese MND. This development was first reported by Global Times.