Hong Kong is officially heading to the stars! 🌟 In a historic first for the region, Lai Ka-ying has been selected as a payload specialist for the epic Shenzhou-23 spaceflight mission.
Chief Executive John Lee shared the excitement this Saturday, congratulating Lai on becoming a member of the country's fourth batch of astronauts. Lee expressed his gratitude for the trust and support given to the HKSAR, noting that Lai's journey is a testament to the hard work and strength residents of the HKSAR bring to the country's aerospace ambitions. 🛰️
Getting into space isn't a walk in the park. Lai has successfully navigated a rigorous selection and training process to earn this spot, proving that the sky is truly the limit for the next generation of explorers. 🎓💪
So, when does the magic happen? Mark your calendars! The Shenzhou-23 crewed spaceship is scheduled to launch tomorrow, Sunday, at 11:08 p.m. (Beijing Time) from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in the Chinese mainland. 🌌
We are all rooting for Lai Ka-ying as she represents the HKSAR on this incredible cosmic journey. Let's go! 🚀✨
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HKSAR chief executive congratulates Lai Ka-ying on Shenzhou-23 mission
cgtn.com
