In early 2019, Vietnam will launch LOTUSat-1, a satellite with radar technology that will observe the Earth. After being launched into space, the satellites will be responsible for management of natural resources and environment. With radar technology, the two satellites will be able to take pictures in all weather conditions with high resolution, according to Pham Anh Tuan, director of the National Satellite Center. This will be a milestone in Vietnam’s capability in mastering space technology. Vietnam also plans to launch two other satellites – NanoDragon and MicroDragon – in 2018.

Source: VietNamNet News February 08, 2017 02:15 UTC