WAH: Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir visited Pakistan’s largest defence industrial complex, Pakistan Ordnance Factory (POF), in Wah, where he reviewed its production capabilities, export potential and contribution to the country’s defence industrial base.
The visit focused on reviewing POF’s production capabilities, export potential and contributions towards the country’s defence industrial base.
During the visit, Field Marshal Munir was briefed on various aspects of POF’s operations and its role in strengthening national defence through the indigenous development and production of a wide range of military equipment.
He also witnessed tests and trials of locally designed and manufactured arms and ammunition, highlighting POF’s focus on innovation, self-reliance and expanding Pakistan’s defence production capabilities.
POF Corporatisation Process
The army chief was given an overview of progress on the corporatisation process following the enactment of the DIPRA Ordinance.
He was also briefed on ongoing indigenisation and upgradation initiatives, including the installation of two new industrial plants that are expected to begin production by the end of the year.
The visit underscored the military’s focus on strengthening indigenous production, technological innovation and self-reliance in Pakistan’s defence sector.
