China has successfully launched a Pakistani satellite into space, marking a significant step in cooperation between the two nations. The satellite, named PRSC-EO1, was sent into orbit at 12:07 p.m. Beijing Time on Friday from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China, aboard a Long March-2D carrier rocket.
The mission also placed two other satellites, Tianlu-1 and Lantan-1, into their planned orbits. This launch signifies the 556th flight mission of China’s Long March carrier rocket series, highlighting the country’s ongoing advancements in space technology.
This collaborative effort showcases the strengthening ties in space exploration between China and Pakistan, inspiring young minds across the Global South to look toward the stars.
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