In Beijing, on May 31st, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning emphasized the significance of Pakistan’s multi-functional communication satellite project, viewing it as a testament to the robust strategic partnership between China and Pakistan. The successful launch of Pakistan’s satellite from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center on May 30th was met with sincere congratulations from China, as stated in a written response to a query from APP.
Mao Ning expressed China’s readiness to collaborate closely with Pakistan, aligning with the shared vision of the two leaders to advance practical cooperation across various domains, including space. This collaboration aims to strengthen the bonds between China and Pakistan, fostering a closer community of shared future in the new era, which will yield benefits for both nations and their peoples.
It’s worth noting that the launch of Pakistan’s multi-mission communication satellite by China’s Long March-3B rocket occurred successfully at the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in Sichuan province on Thursday evening. The satellite has been placed into its designated orbit, marking the 524th mission of the Long March rocket series.
