China's 'space dream': A Long March to the Moon and beyond

Beijing (AFP) May 30, 2023

China successfully launched the latest mission to its Tiangong space station on Tuesday, with a crew that includes its first civilian astronaut. It marked the latest space milestone for China, as it looks to catch up with the United States and Russia. Here is a look at the Chinese space programme, and where it is headed: - Mao's vow - Soon after the Soviet Union launched Sputnik