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Opacity in Pakistan navy’s acquisition deals leads to corruption, puts further burden on the people
It is no secret that Pakistan is run by its military, not the civilian government, unlike in India. Hence, it is not surprising that there is no transparency in the country’s defence deals. For example, the pricing for Pakistan’s purchases of frigates, corvettes, and submarines is not transparent and is often kept concealed. This secrecy…
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Feeding the Nation vs Floating Submarines: Pakistan’s Skewed Priorities
Imagine a nation at a crucial juncture, faced with two sharply convergent choices. On one side lies the pursuit of military strength—a decision to invest USD 6 billion in a fleet of eight Hangor-class submarines. On the other side, however, there is the prospect of securing long-term food stability by using those same billions to…
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No Indigenous Naval Shipbuilding: Pakistan’s Continued Dependence on Foreign Military Aid
Despite its status as a nuclear power, Pakistan relies heavily on foreign military aid and imports for its naval modernization. Over the decades, the country has failed to establish a self-sufficient indigenous maritime shipbuilding industry. Instead, Pakistan depends on foreign suppliers – notably China, the United States (US), and Turkey – for advanced naval platforms…