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Pakistani astronaut to board Shenzhou 24 and become the first foreigner on China's space station

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Briefings

State media reported that a Pakistani astronaut will join China's Shenzhou 24 spacecraft, making him the first foreign national to board Beijing's space station. This marks a historic milestone for international space cooperation, with the mission scheduled for launch in late 2026.

Key points

• A Pakistani astronaut will join China's Shenzhou 24 spacecraft on a mission that would make him the first foreign national to board Beijing's space station.
• The mission is scheduled for launch in late 2026, with the spacecraft set to depart from Beijing's launch site.

Context

This historic mission represents a significant milestone in China's space program, expanding international cooperation in space exploration. The Pakistani astronaut's participation highlights growing global interest in space activities and technological advancements in space station operations.

Limitations

The report is from state media and does not confirm the astronaut's nationality or specific mission details. Launch date and exact mission timeline remain unconfirmed, with only the late 2026 timeframe provided.

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