Pakistan's space programme achieved a historic milestone on Friday as the country's first-ever lunar orbiter lifted off from China's Henan Space Launch Site. Read Shooting for the moon: Pakistan's lunar ambitionsThe payload consists of three parts, the CubeSat, the separation mechanism, and the mounting bracket. The ICUBE-Q satellite. Finally, the orbiter will take pictures of the Earth, and the moon and try to take pictures of at least two objects together (earth, moon, and orbiter). "This achievement will bolster Pakistan's satellite communication capabilities and pave the way for new opportunities in scientific research, economic development, and national security," he added.

Source: The Express Tribune May 03, 2024 09:45 UTC