On March 30, 2025, China successfully launched a new communication technology test satellite from the Wenchang Space Launch Site, located on the coast of Hainan, China. The satellite was launched aboard a Long March-7A rocket at 12:05 a.m. Beijing Time.
Purpose of the Satellite
The primary goal of this satellite is to test multi-band and high-speed communication technologies. This test will help validate and improve China‘s communication capabilities in space.
Historical Context
This launch marks the 566th mission of the Long March carrier rocket series, which is an important part of China‘s space program.