China’s Shenlong space plane kicks off its fourth orbital mission in secrecy
China’s Shenlong reusable space plane has kicked off its fourth orbital mission from Jiuquan, but the mission’s specifics remain secret; observers note Shenlong has previously conducted rendezvous and proximity operations with satellites and may deploy small payloads. Experts say these activities raise space-security questions, but the craft’s limited payload and power make it unlikely to be an immediate weapon, and they call for greater transparency from authorities.
