China launches ambitious Chang'e-6 mission to collect Moon samples
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China has embarked on a new chapter in its space exploration program with the launch of its latest lunar mission, Chang'e-6. The uncrewed mission, which was launched today from Wenchang Space Launch Center on Hainan island, represents China's most advanced lunar exploration endeavor to date. The primary objective of this mission is to collect samples from the far side of the Moon, marking an unprecedented feat in the history of lunar exploration.