Sherry felicitates leadership on induction of Hangor-Class submarine into Pakistan Navy

Vice President of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Senator Sherry Rehman Thursday extended heartfelt congratulations to President Asif Ali Zardari, the Chief of Naval Staff and the entire nation on the induction of the Hangor-class submarine into the Pakistan Navy in China

ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 30th Apr, 2026) Vice President of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Senator Sherry Rehman Thursday extended heartfelt congratulations to President Asif Ali Zardari, the Chief of Naval Staff and the entire nation on the induction of the Hangor-class submarine into the Pakistan Navy in China.

In her statement, Sherry Rehman said that under the leadership of the President and the Naval Chief, the acquisition of advanced strategic submarines marks a significant step toward strengthening Pakistan’s maritime defense and maintaining the balance of power in the region.

She emphasized that this development would enhance the protection of Pakistan’s territorial waters and its Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), making maritime security more effective and robust.

Highlighting the broader impact, the PPP leader said that the milestone would play a vital role in securing vital sea trade routes and further reinforcing maritime security frameworks.

Sherry Rehman also underscored that the project reflects the deep-rooted defense cooperation between Pakistan and China, adding that it would open new dimensions in strategic relations between the two countries.

She termed the induction as an important stride toward achieving greater self-reliance in defense capabilities, while also acknowledging the professionalism of the Pakistan Navy, whose capabilities continue to gain recognition at the international level.