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After iCUBE-Q, another Pakistani Satellite to be launched into space

News Desk

May 30

After the successful launch of iCUBE Qamar, Pakistan’s newest Communication Satellite, MM1, is to be launched into space today (May 30).


The satellite which is officially names as PAKSAT MM1will be launched from Xichang Satellite Launch Center (XSLC), China.


The satellite will help bring in Pakistan into the digital era as it will provide internet to remote areas, according to SUPARCO officials.


“Our team is very excited for the upcoming launch of PakSat MM1 on May 30,” Project Director PakSat MM1 said.


The launch ceremony will be shown live for media from the Islamabad and Karachi establishments of SUPARCO.


The satellite is expected to contribute to the establishment of a sophisticated communication network and help meet the growing demands of the telecom sector and its advanced capabilities will address the increasing demand for high-speed internet and seamless connectivity.


“It will prove to be a stepping stone in the transformation of the country into Digital Pakistan. It will provide various communication services like broadband internet, TV broadcasting, Mobile bank –hauling and VSAT connectivity.”


Project Manager MM-1 Usman Iftikhar said that the primary objective behind the PAKSAT MM-1 satellite is to strengthen Pakistan’s communication infrastructure and pave the way for broadening the horizons for connectivity.


This satellite is a communication satellite that will be sent in a Geostationary Orbit.


Earlier, Pakistan’s historic lunar mission (iCUBE-Q) was launched on May 3 on board China’s Chang’E6 from Hainan, China.


The satellite iCube-Qamar mission marked Pakistan’s first lunar exploration effort.

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