Dr. Lai Ka-Ying, Hong Kong's first astronaut, has successfully journeyed into space as a payload specialist. Her mission aboard the Tiangong space station, operating an observatory to track greenhouse gas emissions, highlights the potential of Hong Kong's youth and universities in China's national space program.
Hong Kong plans to host astronauts from China's Shenzhou-23 mission, including the city's first astronaut Lai Ka-ying, as early as the first half of 2024. The government also announces a new space manufacturing research centre focusing on 3D printing and AI.
China hails inclusion of Hong Kong's first astronaut in Shenzhou-23 mission as a 'fruitful result' of the 'one country, two systems' framework
Hong Kong's first astronaut, Lai Ka-ying, has begun her six-month mission, leaving her family behind. Her sister, Lai Ka-man, shared that Lai Ka-ying, a police superintendent, chose the nickname 'big bee' and the family is eagerly awaiting her return for a meal.
China's Shenzhou-23 mission successfully launched on May 24, carrying the first female payload specialist selected from Hong Kong, Li Jiaying. Students and faculty from Hong Kong universities watched the launch, celebrating this historic moment and the integration of Hong Kong into the nation's space program.
China launched the Shenzhou-23 spacecraft atop a Long March-2F rocket from Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre. The mission, commanded by Zhu Yangzhu, aims for space exploration, with a Hong Kong government delegation attending the send-off.
Hong Kong celebrated the historic launch of the Shenzhou-23 space mission, featuring the city's first astronaut, Lai Ka-ying. The mission, carrying Lai as payload specialist, launched from Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre.
Hong Kong erupted in cheers Sunday night as Lai Ka-ying, the city's first astronaut, launched into space aboard the Shenzhou-23 mission. Lai, a police superintendent and mother of three, is the fourth Chinese woman and first female payload specialist to go into space.
Hong Kong's leader John Lee has video-called the city's first astronaut, Lai Ka-ying, ahead of the Shenzhou-23 space flight, calling her participation a reflection of national trust and support for Hong Kong. Lai, a police superintendent with a doctorate in computer science, expressed confidence in completing her mission after rigorous training.
Hong Kong's first astronaut, Lai Ka-ying, overcame motion sickness and other challenges to be selected for China's Shenzhou-23 mission. The 43-year-old mother of three credits sheer willpower for persevering through gruelling training.
Li Jiaying, Hong Kong's first female payload specialist and the first from the fourth batch of astronauts, will join the Shenzhou-23 mission. This marks a significant step in Hong Kong's participation in China's space program, highlighting the "one country, two systems" advantage.
Hong Kong's first female payload specialist, Li Jiaying, has been selected for China's Shenzhou-23 mission, marking a historic moment and highlighting the "one country, two systems" principle. The selection is expected to boost Hong Kong's innovation and youth engagement in science.
Hong Kong researcher Lai Ka-ying will join China's Shenzhou-23 space flight to the Tiangong space station. Chief Executive John Lee praised her participation as a testament to Hong Kong's innovation and technology talent.
Hong Kong's first astronaut, Lai Ka-ying, encouraged young people to pursue their dreams, stating "there must be a better tomorrow" if they work hard and consider their country. She is set to launch to the Tiangong space station on Sunday.
China announced the crew for the Shenzhou-23 mission, comprising flight engineer Zhu Yangzhu (commander), pilot Zhang Zhiyuan, and payload specialist Li Jiaying. This marks the first crew composed of astronauts from the third and fourth batches, with Li Jiaying being the first female payload specialist selected from Hong Kong and Macau.
Hong Kong will send its first astronaut, police chief inspector Lai Ka-ying, to the Tiangong space station on the Shenzhou-23 mission. She will be the fourth woman in space for China and will work with two other astronauts.
China has selected Muhammad Zeeshan Ali and Khurram Daud as Pakistan's first astronauts to train for a mission to China's Tiangong space station this year. The China Manned Space Agency announced the astronauts will soon arrive in China for training, calling it a milestone in international cooperation and a demonstration of China's commitment to sharing its space development with the international community.
