Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:33am on 18 Jun 2026,Thursday Defence
Pakistan’s Navy plans to expand its presence in the Bay of Bengal after inducting new Chinese-built Hangor-class submarines, a move that is drawing attention in India. Reports suggest Pakistani naval officials believe the advanced submarines will allow sustained operations farther from Pakistan’s coastline, including in the eastern Indian Ocean. The development comes as ties between Pakistan and Bangladesh improve, leading to speculation about greater military cooperation. The Hangor-class submarines are equipped with Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) technology, enabling longer underwater endurance and enhanced stealth. Analysts say the move could add a new dimension to regional maritime competition. (PC: India Today)
