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China Launches Advanced Communication Satellite in Historic Mission

4/12/2025

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On April 11, 2025, China successfully launched a cutting-edge communication technology test satellite aboard a Long March-3B rocket from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center. The rocket soared into the sky at 12:47 a.m. Beijing Time, marking a significant milestone as the 569th mission in the Long March series, paving the way for advanced multi-band and high-speed communication innovations.

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On April 11, 2025, China successfully launched a cutting-edge communication technology test satellite aboard a Long March-3B rocket from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center. The rocket soared into the sky at 12:47 a.m. Beijing Time, marking a significant milestone as the 569th mission in the Long March series, paving the way for advanced multi-band and high-speed communication innovations.