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China and India Boost Space Capabilities with New Satellites
11/5/2025
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- China launched the Yaogan-46 reconnaissance satellite on November 2, 2025, from Hainan, marking its 68th orbital launch attempt this year.
- The Yaogan-46 will operate in geostationary orbit for disaster prevention and land-resource surveys.
- India launched CMS-03, the heaviest satellite sent into geostationary orbit from India.
- CMS-03 will enhance real-time communications for the Indian Navy.
