Pakistan emerges as major arms exporter with $10B deals 2024–25

Pakistan has taken a major step forward in the global defence market by signing arms export contracts worth over $10 billion during 2024–25. This strong performance shows that the country is no longer just meeting its own defence needs, but is now becoming a serious player in the international weapons and military equipment industry.

• Pakistan signed over $10 billion arms export contracts in 2024–25.

• Defence products include aircraft, drones, naval systems, and armored vehicles.

• Country is becoming an emerging global player in weapons exports.

• Focus on local manufacturing, skilled engineers, and R&D drives success.

• Target set to reach $20 billion per year in exports by 2030.

• Exports create jobs, boost technology, and strengthen international partnerships.

Pakistan’s defence sector offers a wide range of products, including aircraft, drones, naval systems, armored vehicles, and advanced weapons. These products are known for being reliable, cost-effective, and suited to modern security needs. Friendly nations, especially in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, are showing growing interest in Pakistani defence technology.

Pakistan signed over $10 Billions arms sales contracts in 2024-25, becoming an emerging player in the multi billions dollars arms exports industry.

— Pakistan targets to reach $20B per annum revenue through its defence & weapons exports by 2030. pic.twitter.com/62iTVp7LOC

— South Asia Index (@SouthAsiaIndex) January 7, 2026

A key reason behind this success is the country’s focus on local manufacturing, skilled engineers, and continuous research and development. By reducing reliance on imports, Pakistan has strengthened its ability to design and produce high-quality defence systems at competitive prices.

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Looking ahead, Pakistan has set an ambitious goal to reach $20 billion per year in defence export revenue by 2030. If achieved, this would place Pakistan among the world’s important defence exporters. Beyond revenue, this growth will create jobs, boost technology development, and improve the country’s global standing. Overall, Pakistan’s rising defence exports reflect confidence, capability, and a strong vision for the future.