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Hong Kong astronaut joins China's Tiangong space station mission

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Hong Kong astronaut Lai Ka-ying will join the Shenzhou-23 mission to China's Tiangong space station, marking the first time a researcher from the city participates in a national space flight. Chief Executive John Lee stated this participation highlights China's high regard for Hong Kong's innovation and technology talent. The mission is seen as a historic moment for Hong Kong's aerospace ambitions, contributing to national development as part of China's 15th five-year plan. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Jess Ma ·

    Hong Kong astronaut a testament to country’s regard for city’s talent: John Lee

    The unprecedented participation of a Hong Kong researcher in the nation’s space flight mission is testament to the country’s high regard for the city’s innovation and technology talent and accomplishments, Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu has said. Lee congratulated payload speci…

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