Chinese astronaut Chen Dong, preparing for his third voyage to space, shared his unwavering passion and pride in joining the upcoming nation's space program, as he shared with the media that each mission is irreplaceable – a blend of pride, responsibility and the thrill of pushing boundaries.

Chen also emphasized the profound significance of contributing to China's space ambitions. He expressed high expectations for this mission, saying he got more familiar and proficient with each voyage, which, he added, will better help him be able to fully support the team.