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China sent a new experimental satellite for communication technology into space from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in southwest China's Sichuan Province on Tuesday.
The satellite was launched by a Long March-3B carrier rocket at 1:56 p.m. (Beijing Time) and has entered the planned orbit.
The satellite will be used for satellite communication, radio and television, data transmission and other services. It will also carry out related technology tests.
The launch marks the 549th mission by Long March series carrier rockets.
(Cover: The 13th experimental satellite for communication technology is launched from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in southwest China's Sichuan Province, December 3, 2024. /CMG)