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Hong Kong astronaut's space mission redefines city's global image

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Hong Kong celebrated a historic moment as Lai Ka-ying became the city's first astronaut to travel to space aboard China's Shenzhou-23 mission. This achievement not only marks a significant milestone in the city's scientific endeavors but also offers an opportunity to reshape its global image. Beyond its traditional strengths in finance and trade, this mission can highlight Hong Kong's growing capabilities in innovation and aerospace, contributing to a more forward-looking and aspirational international perception. AI

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Hong Kong astronaut's space mission redefines city's global image

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Ken Chu ·

    Hong Kong’s first astronaut shows world a different side to the city

    Hong Kong’s first astronaut may have travelled into space, but the significance of the moment extends far beyond the mission itself. Lai Ka-ying became our first home-grown astronaut to reach space, as part of China’s Shenzhou-23 mission to the Tiangong space station, marking a h…

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