ISLAMABAD – United States has slapped more sanctions on four entities linked to Pakistan’s ballistic missile program, including National Development Complex and three companies named for supplying missile-related equipment.
US State Department said the fresh sanctions aim to address proliferation of long-range missile technology and were enacted under Executive Order 13382.
The other entities include Affiliates International, Akhtar and Sons Private Limited, and Rockside Enterprise. These organizations faced scrutiny for supplying key missile-related equipment to South Asian nation, contributing to the development of its missile capabilities.
Washington stressed commitment to taking action against proliferation activities that pose significant global security risks.
This recent development comes after 2023 sanstions, when US targeted Chinese entities involved in aiding islamabad’s missile program. US government has made it clear that it will continue to take measures to disrupt efforts supporting the development of long-range missile systems in Pakistan.
