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Suparco Set to Launch EO-1 Satellite on Jan 17

The EO-1 satellite aims at providing significant advantages in sectors like agriculture, urban development, and disaster management.

Suparco, Pakistan’s space agency, is set to launch the EO-1 satellite on January 17, 2025.

This satellite is designed to provide significant advantages across multiple sectors in the country.

The EO-1 satellite represents a significant advancement in Pakistan’s space capabilities, focusing on Earth observation to support various developmental goals.

The EO-1 satellite will be launched from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in China on January 17, 2025, as confirmed by the Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO)

Key Benefits of the EO-1 Satellite

  • Agriculture: The EO-1 will facilitate precision farming by enabling farmers to monitor crop health, assess irrigation needs, predict yields, and enhance food security initiatives
  • Urban Development: It will assist in tracking infrastructure growth and managing urban sprawl, contributing to better urban planning
  • Disaster Management: The satellite is expected to play a crucial role in monitoring environmental changes and predicting disasters, thereby improving response strategies

Successfully launching the EO-1 satellite will enhance Pakistan’s status in the international community as a developing nation capable of advancing its space technology. This could attract further foreign investment and partnerships beyond China, diversifying its international relations.

 

Saman Siddiqui

I am a freelance journalist with a Master’s Degree in Mass Communication and an MS in Peace and Conflict Studies. Since 2006, I have been involved in various capacities within the electronic media industry. At OyeYeah, I cover diverse genres ranging from journalism and fiction to fashion, including reviews and fact-finding reports.

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