China’s Shenzhou-23 Crewed Spacecraft Successfully Launches into Orbit
China has successfully launched the Shenzhou-23 crewed spacecraft from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, carrying a three-person crew led by Commander Zhu Yangzhu.
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China and Pakistan Expand Aerospace Partnership into Deep Space Exploration
China and Pakistan advance their aerospace partnership, selecting two Pakistani astronauts for China’s space station program in a landmark for South-South cooperation.
Hong Kong’s First Astronaut, Lai Ka-ying, Set for Historic Shenzhou-23 Mission
Chief Executive John Lee congratulates Lai Ka-ying, the first astronaut from the HKSAR, on her selection for the Shenzhou-23 mission, launching this Sunday.
Hong Kong’s First Astronaut Lai Ka-ying Set for Historic Shenzhou-23 Mission
HKSAR Chief Executive John Lee congratulates Lai Ka-ying, the first astronaut from Hong Kong, on her selection for the Shenzhou-23 mission, marking a new era for the city’s aerospace goals.
China’s Shenzhou-23 Astronauts Meet the Press Ahead of Mission
The Shenzhou-23 crew members Zhu Yangzhu, Zhang Zhiyuan, and Lai Ka-ying met the press at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center on May 23, 2026, ahead of their mission.
China’s Shenzhou-23 Crew Meets the Press at Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center
The crew of China’s Shenzhou-23 mission—Zhu Yangzhu, Zhang Zhiyuan, and Lai Ka-ying—met the press at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center to discuss their upcoming journey.
Shenzhou-23: China’s Next Space Odyssey Set for Sunday Launch
Chinese astronauts Zhu Yangzhu, Zhang Zhiyuan, and Li Jiaying meet the press ahead of the Shenzhou-23 mission, scheduled for launch this Sunday from Jiuquan.
Shenzhou-23 Crew Meets the Press at Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center
The Shenzhou-23 crew met the press at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center on May 23, 2026, marking the final preparations for China’s latest crewed space mission.
Historic Milestone: Hong Kong’s First Astronaut Selected for Shenzhou-23 Mission
Lai Ka-ying has been selected as the first astronaut from Hong Kong to join the Shenzhou-23 spaceflight mission as a payload specialist.
Breaking Barriers: Lai Ka-ying Becomes First Hong Kong Astronaut for Shenzhou-23
Lai Ka-ying makes history as the first astronaut from Hong Kong to join the Shenzhou-23 mission, marking a new chapter in the region’s contribution to national aerospace endeavors.
China Announces Shenzhou-23 Crew for Upcoming Space Station Mission
The China Manned Space Agency has announced that astronauts Zhu Yangzhu, Zhang Zhiyuan, and Lai Ka-ying will lead the Shenzhou-23 mission to the space station.
China Unveils Historic Shenzhou-23 Crew for Space Station Mission
China has announced the Shenzhou-23 crew, featuring a historic first for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and a pioneering mission commander.
China Announces Shenzhou-23 Crew for Upcoming Space Station Mission
China has unveiled the crew for the Shenzhou-23 mission, featuring astronauts Zhu Yangzhu, Zhang Zhiyuan, and Lai Ka-ying heading to the space station.
China to Launch Shenzhou-23 Crewed Spaceship This Sunday
China’s China Manned Space Agency has announced that the Shenzhou-23 crewed spaceship will launch on Sunday, May 24, from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center.
China Announces Details of Shenzhou-23 Crewed Spacecraft Launch
China holds a press conference at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center to detail the upcoming launch of the Shenzhou-23 crewed spacecraft.
China’s Space Ambitions Reach New Heights with Shenzhou-23 Mission
China details the upcoming launch of the Shenzhou-23 crewed spacecraft during a press conference at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center.
China to Hold Press Conference on Upcoming Shenzhou-23 Space Mission
The China Manned Space Agency will host a press conference today at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center to discuss the upcoming Shenzhou-23 manned spaceflight mission.
China and Europe Launch SMILE Satellite to Uncover Secrets of Space Weather
China and Europe have launched the SMILE satellite from French Guiana to study space weather and its impact on Earth’s communications and infrastructure.
SMILE Mission: China and Europe Join Forces to Map Solar Storms
The SMILE satellite, a collaboration between the Chinese Academy of Sciences and ESA, has launched to study solar storms and protect Earth’s technological infrastructure.
China and Europe Launch SMILE Satellite to Study Space Weather
China and Europe have launched the SMILE satellite today to study the interaction between Earth’s magnetosphere and solar wind, enhancing our understanding of space weather.