Two BeiDou satellites successfully launched into orbit
January 1, 2024
China has launched two satellites into medium-Earth orbits (MEO) for its BeiDou Navigation Satellite System, according to the China Satellite Navigation Office.
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China has launched two satellites into medium-Earth orbits (MEO) for its BeiDou Navigation Satellite System, according to the China Satellite Navigation Office.
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