spacenews.com·Apr 26, 2026
China recently completed its 26th launch of the year, deploying a remote sensing satellite for Pakistan, four satellite internet technology test satellites, and an environmental monitoring satellite. This reflects the strengthening collaboration between China and Pakistan in space initiatives, including the training of Pakistani astronauts for missions to China's Tiangong space station.
China's launch of four satellite internet test satellites marks a significant step in its ambition to build its own communications megaconstellations in low Earth orbit. This development could potentially impact the global satellite internet market and offers an opportunity to monitor China's progress in space technology and commercial space endeavors.