The United States has imposed sanctions on four entities linked to Pakistan's ballistic missile program. This decision is made under Executive Order 13382, which aims to curb the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their delivery systems.
The National Development Complex (NDC), based in Islamabad, is one of the entities targeted. The U.S. government claims that NDC has been involved in acquiring components for Pakistan’s long-range ballistic missile program, including special vehicle chassis for missile launch support and testing equipment. The NDC is also credited with developing Pakistan’s SHAHEEN-series ballistic missiles.
Akhtar and Sons Private Limited, located in Karachi, has reportedly collaborated with NDC by supplying various equipment for the country's long-range ballistic missile efforts.
Affiliates International, another Karachi-based entity, is accused of facilitating procurements of items applicable to missiles for NDC and other organizations supporting Pakistan's missile initiatives.
Rockside Enterprise, also from Karachi, is alleged to have supplied a range of equipment for Pakistan’s long-range ballistic missile program through its work with NDC.
These actions underscore ongoing concerns about the proliferation threat posed by Pakistan's development of long-range missiles. The U.S. continues to monitor such activities closely as part of its broader nonproliferation strategy.
