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Destination Moon: China is fine-tuning its launch

S5 · E40 · 07 Apr 2026 · 11 min

China is preparing for its first manned lunar mission in the coming years and is using this project for its public relations. A cheering crowd accompanies the arrival of three taikonauts, who will soon depart for the Chinese space station. Folkloric and communist symbolism is prominently featured in this ceremony.