Exovera’s latest report, “Ratcheting Up Capability and Ambition: Key Developments in the Space Segment of China’s Space Systems, September 2024–March 2025,” explores China’s recent advancements in the orbital portion of its space systems. The report highlights major milestones such as the world’s longest spacewalk, a successful test of a reusable satellite, and continued satellite launches for China’s Spacesail and Guowang internet constellations. It also covers the selection of two space plane prototypes moving into flight testing, renewed space cooperation with Pakistan, and a tender for lunar remote sensing satellites. These developments support the goals of China’s first National Space Science Development Plan, released in October 2024, which outlines the country’s ambition to become a global leader in space science by 2050.
