Pakistan’s latest modern Communication Satellite, MM1, is all set to be launched into space on Thursday (May 30), Radio Pakistan reported, after the successful launch of Satellite ICUBE Qamar.
The satellite — PAKSAT MM1 — will be launched from Xichang Satellite Launch Center (XSLC), China.
The state-run broadcaster reported that the SUPARCO MM1 satellite is a result of the tireless efforts of Pakistani scientists and engineers and it is conceived to keep in sight the growing needs of the country in the broad spectrum of communication and connectivity.
According to SUPARCO officials, the satellite will help usher Pakistan into the digital era by helping to provide internet to remote areas.
Project Director PakSat MM1 M Imran said: “Our team is very excited for the upcoming launch of PakSat MM1 on May 30.”
Based on advanced communication technologies, PakSat MM1 will play a pivotal role in the socio-economic uplift of the country and will prove to be a stepping stone in the transformation of the country into “Digital Pakistan”.
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.
