China's first female taikonaut
Liu Yang became China’s first female taikonaut in 2012, serving as a crew member on the Shenzhou 9 mission, which docked with the Tiangong-1 space laboratory.
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Aug 22, 2026
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Addressed challenges of long-term human survival on exoplanets, showcasing China's space ambition.
Praised as a symbol of China's scientific progress and gender equality, furthering national pride in space exploration.
Jul 18, 2026
Far Left
Addressed challenges of long-term human survival on exoplanets as a political advisor.
Hailed for advancing space science and inspiring the nation under the CCP's space program.