ISLAMABAD/LAHORE, Jan 3 (APP):President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday paid tribute to the Pakistan Air Force for the successful test of its indigenously developed Taimoor Air-Launched Cruise Missile.
In a statement from the Presidency, the president underscored that the production of modern weapons at the local level is a clear reflection of national capability, determination, and institutional prowess.
President Zardari said the successful test of the weapon by the Pakistan Air Force has further strengthened the country’s defense and strengthened its responsible defense policy for stability in the region.
“This success is a significant step forward in the journey of self-reliance in national defense,” the president said.
President Zardari appreciated the hard work, professional dedication, and spirit of national service of scientists, engineers, and officers and men of the Pakistan Air Force.
The president noted that the promotion of modern technology in the defense sector is an expression of Pakistan’s commitment to safeguarding its security and sovereignty.
In a separate statement, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif felicitated the nation and the Pakistan Air Force on the successful test of the indigenously developed Taimoor Weapon System by the Pakistan Air Force.
The prime minister paid tribute to Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu, scientists, and engineers working on the missile system.
PM Shehbaz acknowledged the recognition of the professionalism, dedication, and unwavering commitment of the Pakistan Air Force to strengthen the country’s defense capabilities.
“The country’s defense will be further strengthened thanks to the Taimoor Weapon System. The successful flight test demonstrates the technological maturity, innovation, and self-reliance of Pakistan’s defense industry and reflects Pakistan Air Force’s operational readiness, technological superiority, and continuous efforts to achieve national security objectives,” the prime minister.