Beijing hails Hong Kong astronaut’s selection as result of ‘one country, two systems’
Beijing has celebrated the selection of Hong Kong's first astronaut, Lai Ka-ying, for the Shenzhou-23 mission as a success of the "one country, two systems" principle. Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokeswoman Mao Ning called it a historic milestone and a testament to the governing model's vitality. The mission is expected to inspire young people in Hong Kong to pursue technological advancements. AI