Statement welcoming US sanctions on 4 Pakistan’s entities aiding its ballistic missile program

We welcome the United States’ decisive action in sanctioning four entities contributing to Pakistan’s ballistic missile program. This proactive step underscores the critical importance of addressing proliferation risks that undermine regional and global security.

Pakistan’s continued development of long-range ballistic missile capabilities poses a significant threat to South Asia. Pakistan’s National Development Complex – which is responsible for Pakistan’s ballistic missile program and has allegedly worked to acquire items to advance Pakistan’s long range ballistic missile program through Affiliates International, Akhtar and Sons Private Limited, and Rockside Enterprise. These according to the U.S. officials, have worked to supply equipment and missile-applicable items to Pakistan’s ballistic missile program, including its long range missile program

The designation of entities such as the National Development Complex, Affiliates International, Akhtar and Sons Private Limited, and Rockside Enterprise highlights the persistent challenges of procurement networks facilitating the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.

Red Lantern Analytica commends the United States for demonstrating its commitment to curbing such activities through robust sanctions and constructive engagement with Pakistan. We believe this move reinforces the global non-proliferation framework and sends a clear message to those seeking to evade international norms.

We encourage continued vigilance and collaborative efforts among the international community to counter the proliferation of technologies that threaten peace and security. Furthermore, we urge Pakistan to prioritize transparency and compliance with global non-proliferation standards, fostering a more stable and secure South Asia.