Space Station Politics: Li Jiaying's Historic Flight and the New Era of China's Ambitions The launch of Li Jiaying, a 43 year old Hong Kong police officer and mother of three, into space as part of China's Shenzhou 23 mission marks a significant milestone in the country's ambitious space program.
This historic moment is not just about sending humans to the moon by 2030 but also about Beijing's desire to assert its dominance in space exploration.
Li Jiaying's inclusion in the mission was seen as a "historic" moment by Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee, and it's clear why.