Pakistan Launches Second Communication Satellite MM1 from China Satellite Center
On Thursday, Pakistan successfully launched its second communication satellite, PakSat MM1, from China's Xichang Satellite Launch Center.
This satellite is a joint venture between Pakistan's Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) and the Chinese Aerospace Industry.
Zafar Iqbal, the Acting Chairman of SUPARCO, announced that this is Pakistan's second communication satellite, following the first one launched in 2011. The MM1 satellite was launched into Earth's orbit at 5:15 PM local time.
The MM1 satellite has been developed to meet Pakistan's communication needs. Zafar Iqbal highlighted the growing importance of space technology, mentioning that the iCube Qamar satellite was launched earlier this month. He also noted the recent celebration of Takbeer Day and exp...