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First Hong Kong astronaut launches into space onboard Chinese mission

BBC News Monday 25 May 2026, 06:52 UTC 1 min read
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A 43-year-old Hong Kong police officer and mother of three has been selected to launch into space as part of a Chinese mission. She will serve as the team's payload scientist during the mission.

The 43-year-old police officer and mother of three serves as the team's payload scientist.
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