What Happened
Islamabad's Defence Upgrades Challenge India's Conventional Superiority
Pakistan’s military modernisation efforts have gained momentum in recent years, with a focus on developing capabilities in multiple domains. The country is acquiring high-end weapon systems, primarily from China, to enhance its conventional deterrence capabilities. This development has significant implications for the regional balance of power and may challenge India’s conventional military superiority. According to a report by the Observer Research Foundation, Pakistan’s military modernisation efforts are driven by its desire to maintain a strategic balance with India. The report highlights the country’s investments in emerging technologies, including unmanned aerial vehicles, cyber capabilities, and space-based systems. This was first reported by the Observer Research Foundation.