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China Lands Its First Reusable Rocket — and Did It Differently from SpaceX
Ars Technica·Sunday, 12 July 2026
China has successfully recovered its first reusable rocket, marking a significant milestone in its space programme. Experts noted that China appears to have taken inspiration from SpaceX's approach but used its own method to achieve the recovery. The development signals that reusable rocket technology is no longer exclusive to the US.
Why It Matters
India's ISRO is also working on reusable launch vehicles. China's success raises the competitive stakes in Asia's space race and could influence how India accelerates its own reusable rocket programme and commercial space ambitions.
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