China launched the Zhongxing-3A communication satellite from Wenchang on 29 June, using a Long March-7 rocket for the 526th mission in the series.

China successfully launched the Zhongxing-3A satellite from the Wenchang Space Launch Site in Hainan province on June 29. The satellite, which was launched by a modified Long March-7 carrier rocket, is designed for communication and broadcasting purposes, providing voice, data, radio, and television transmission services. This marks the 526th mission for the Long March series carrier rockets.