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China's Tianwen-2 Asteroid Probe Launch Set for May 29

5/27/2025

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China is set to launch its ambitious Tianwen-2 asteroid probe on May 29, as announced by the China National Space Administration. At the Xichang Satellite Launch Center, excitement builds as the Long March-3B rocket undergoes final preparations, showcasing a seamless collaboration among control centers to ensure a successful mission into the cosmos.

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China is set to launch its ambitious Tianwen-2 asteroid probe on May 29, as announced by the China National Space Administration. At the Xichang Satellite Launch Center, excitement builds as the Long March-3B rocket undergoes final preparations, showcasing a seamless collaboration among control centers to ensure a successful mission into the cosmos.