Missions Diversify in China's Lunar Exploration Program

Wu Weiren, chief designer of China's lunar exploration program, announced that China will comprehensively consolidate its lunar exploration program.

Wu said that the Chang'e-6 lunar rover will collect more samples from the dark side of the Moon with its target of 2 grams, that Chang'e-7 will land on the Moon's south pole and perform flights to search for water, Chang'e-8' announced that it will launch around 2028.

In addition, Wu stated that Chang'e-7 and Chang'e-8 will form the basis of a scientific research station at the south pole of the Moon, adding that the station will consist of a lunar orbiter, a lander, a rover, a flying vehicle and many scientific instruments. He added that it would include