Beijing, December 30, 2023, The Europe Today: On Saturday, China initiated a pivotal test in satellite internet technologies by launching a test satellite from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China. The satellite, propelled by a Long March-2C carrier rocket, achieved a successful entry into its designated orbit according to the Chinese state media.
This mission marks the 505th flight of the Long March carrier rocket series, underscoring China’s continuous advancements in space exploration and satellite technology. The test satellite holds strategic significance in the development and evaluation of satellite internet technologies, contributing to China’s ongoing efforts to expand capabilities in space-based communications and connectivity.