China Launches Two Rockets to Kick Off 2026 Space Mission Schedule Featuring Lunar and Manned Missions
SPACE ECONOMY
China has initiated its 2026 space mission schedule with the successful launch of two rockets, the Long March 6A and Long March 8A, which deployed a remote-sensing satellite and a group of low-orbit satellites, respectively. The upcoming mission slate includes the Chang'e 7 lunar mission and two manned missions, potentially featuring a Pakistani astronaut, aimed at the Tiangong space station. These launches underscore China's expanding capabilities in space exploration and satellite technology.

Jan 15, 2026, 9:55 PM