The Chinese mainland made a significant stride in space technology on Friday, successfully launching the Gaofen-11 05 Earth observation satellite from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in Shanxi Province.
At 11:03 a.m. Beijing Time, a Long March-4B carrier rocket carried the Gaofen-11 05 satellite into space, where it reached its planned orbit without any issues. This launch reinforces the mainland's commitment to advancing its national defense and expanding capabilities under the Belt and Road Initiative.
The Gaofen-11 05 satellite is designed for high-resolution Earth observation, providing valuable data for environmental monitoring, agricultural planning, and urban development. Its successful deployment marks another milestone in the Chinese mainland's rapidly growing space program, positioning it as a key player in global space technology and innovation.
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China launches new observation satellite for BRI, national defense
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