2025.09.30 11:24 GMT+8

Chang'e-6 wins IAF top award: Why the far side mission resonated globally

Updated 2025.09.30 11:24 GMT+8
CGTN

China's Chang'e-6 mission was presented the 2025 IAF World Space Award in the Team category in Sydney on Monday. This highest honor from the International Astronautical Federation acknowledges the mission's groundbreaking feat of bringing back samples from the Moon's far side. The mission captured the world's attention and secured wide acclaim due to its critical contributions. CGTN's reporter Chen Yilin spoke with the mission's chief designer and international experts to uncover the details.

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