Senate panel reviews defence production plans

The Senate Standing Committee on Defence Production met on Monday to review the operational status, challenges, and future requirements of Pakistan's defence production institutions, reaffirming the strategic importance of strengthening indigenous defence capabilities.

The meeting focused on the importance of modernizing Pakistan's defence manufacturing capabilities to meet evolving national security needs and reduce reliance on imports.

The members stressed the need for greater transparency, enhanced efficiency, and increased collaboration between public and private sectors to boost output of defence institutions.