China launches “Shijian-6 05” satellites for Space Exploration

The satellites, Shijian-6 05, were launched by a Long March-4B rocket at 8:11 a.m. (Beijing Time) and have entered their planned orbit. China stated the satellites will be used for ‘space exploration and new technology tests.’ The launch marked the 400th mission of Long March series carrier rockets. The information about the number of satellites has not been specified. As the message reads, they will be used for space exploration and new technology tests.