Tiangong space station

Shenzhou-23 Crew Embarks on Year-Long Mission to Tiangong Space Station

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Why This Mission Is a Pivotal Test for China’s Lunar Ambitions

On May 24, 2026, China launched the Shenzhou-23 manned spacecraft from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in the Gobi Desert, carrying three astronauts—including the first from Hong Kong—to the Tiangong space station. The mission, a historic milestone, aims to test year-long space stays for future lunar and Mars missions, while also marking Hong Kong’s debut … Read more

China’s Military Innovation: How It Outpaces Spending | SCMP

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Archyde Researchers at China’s National University of Defence Technology have identified a “new nationwide mobilisation system” aimed at accelerating advancements in defence science and technology, according to a study by Wu Ji, director and associate researcher with the university’s science and technology department. The study suggests that large-scale civilian science and technology projects – including … Read more