A pair of experimental Shijian satellites have separated in geosynchronous orbit after being docked for months conducting apparent low-profile on-orbit refueling tests.

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China’s space administration has published a policy blueprint aimed at accelerating development of commercial space and embedding it within its broader national space ambitions.

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HELSINKI — Chinese commercial launch firm Landspace is preparing to attempt the country’s first orbital launch and booster landing this weekend with its Zhuque-3 rocket. Airspace closure notices issued under the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) indicate a launch attempt from the vicinity of Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center between around 11:00 p.m. Eastern Nov. […]

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China’s uncrewed Shenzhou-22 spacecraft has arrived at the Tiangong space station, reestablishing a lifeboat for the crew and ending the orbital outpost’s first operational emergency.

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China conducted a pair of launches last week, adding new spacecraft to its opaque TJS and Shijian satellite series.

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