China to launch moon sample return mission, maybe next week
Briefly

The mission comprises an orbiter, lander, ascender, and re-entry module, intending to acquire around two kilograms of Moon samples near the south pole for analysis on Earth.
China is considering a Mars sample return mission for 2030, requiring twin launches for a lander and ascent vehicle, and an orbiter and return vehicle, with potential return several years post-launch.
Read at Theregister
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