The news flashed from the sky, and with the test launch of Pakistan's Fatah-2 rocket launcher, the South Asian country aimed far away and challenged the limits of its range. This test launch not only attracted the attention of the world, but also triggered deep thinking about the development of rocket artillery in India and Pakistan. Let's cut through the fog of technology and solve the mystery of this bazooka contest.
Rocket artillery is the killer weapon in the army's support, and body artillery and rocket artillery are its two major realms. Barreled artillery may have more advantages in accuracy, but it faces more difficulties in technology. However, rocket artillery has emerged in modern warfare due to its long-range projection characteristics. The introduction of guidance technology has improved the accuracy of rocket artillery and achieved more accurate target hits. This is precisely the inevitable trend of modern military development, and it is also the commanding heights that Pakistan grasps. However, this country, which is regarded as a "developing" country by the world, dares to focus on the independent research and development of rocket artillery. Why? The sense of crisis, the display of strength, and geopolitical considerations may all be the reasons that pushed Pakistan to choose rocket artillery as an armament. Despite the relative weakness of its military industry, this country, with its unique courage and innovative spirit, has successfully developed the "Fatah-2" with a range of 400 kilometers, which is not only a technological breakthrough, but also a successful adjustment of military strategy.
The reason why this country is so persistent in choosing rocket artillery is also due to the deep consideration of its strategy. In the arena of international relations, a rocket artillery with a longer range means a wider influence. Pakistan has achieved "rocket diplomacy" through rocket artillery and expanded its presence on the geopolitical map. It is also a clever means of military diplomacy, through technological breakthroughs, to create a more confident image of the country. However, the development of rocket artillery is not only a Pakistani patent. India, as a neighbor of Pakistan, is facing a lot of difficulties in the field of rocket artillery. Modern warfare focuses on accuracy and long-range, while India's rocket artillery is relatively lacking in guidance technology. The BM-21, A-100, and Pinaka, on the surface, represent the diversity of rocket artillery, but in fact they expose India's technological lag. In particular, the accuracy of the "Pinaka", as a rocket artillery produced by India, has become a heart disease that plagues India.
As the international arms race intensifies, India is also deeply aware of the fierce technological competition. Russia's commitment to technology transfer has been withdrawn, and India's independent research and development capabilities are insurmountable, so outsourcing has become an urgent option. The American-made "Hippocampus" has become the focus of attention of the Indian military, however, the high cost of ** and the complexity of US-Indian relations make it difficult for India to purchase foreign goods. How to find a balance in technological competition has become an urgent problem for the Indian military to solve. Looking ahead, the contest between India and Pakistan in the field of rocket artillery will continue. Through the successful test launch of the "Fatah-2", Pakistan not only gained a place in technology, but also won the initiative in geopolitics. India, on the other hand, faces the dilemma of technology and the pressure of outsourcing, and urgently needs to find a path for technological breakthroughs. And whether "Hippocampus" will become the future option of Indian rocket artillery.
The rocket artillery competition between India and Pakistan is not only a contest at the technical level, but also contains complex geopolitical considerations. Pakistan's "rocket diplomacy" strategy has raised its geostrategic value to a new height through technological breakthroughs in rocket artillery. Through long-range range, Pakistan's voice in geopolitics has been broadened, not just on a regional scale, but on a broader international scale. This kind of rocket artillery diplomacy is not only a display of military strength, but also a kind of intellectual contest in geopolitical relations. The successful test launch of the "Fatah-2" not only caused a sensation in the international community, but also set off an upsurge in Pakistan's military strategy. The range of this rocket launcher not only meets the needs of national defense, but also brings a new consideration to the military balance in the Indo-Pakistani region. This technological breakthrough has put Pakistan in a more advantageous position in the geostrategic arena. At the same time, its technological breakthroughs have also inspired military self-confidence and made the country more comfortable in international affairs.
Looking forward to the future, the development of rocket artillery technology will pay more attention to long-range, high-precision and intelligence. Advances in guidance technology, power systems, materials science and other fields will promote greater breakthroughs in rocket artillery technology. In this context, India and Pakistan not only need to pay attention to each other's technological developments, but also need to keep up with the global technological trend in order to win the initiative in future military competition. The rocket artillery test was only the tip of the iceberg in the India-Pakistan firepower race. The triumph of technology is not the only symbol, but also requires comprehensive strength at multiple levels such as geopolitics and military strategy. The rocket artillery competition between India and Pakistan will also usher in a new chapter in the future international arms race. As for the "Fatah-2" and India's future choices, the attention and expectations of all parties will also become an eye-catching strategic drama on the international military stage.