China launches remote sensing satellite for Pakistan with Kuaizhou-1A rocket

Published on July 31, 2025
A Kuaizhou-1A solid rocket carrying Pakistan’s PRSS-01 satellite lifts off from Xichang Satellite Launch Center in China on July 31, 2025, surrounded by green forested hills and metal support towers.

China launched a remote sensing satellite for Pakistan late Wednesday as space sector collaboration between the countries continues to grow.

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