China launches new communication technology test satellite
China sent a new communication technology test satellite into space on Friday, state-run media reported.
The satellite was launched from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in the southwestern province of Sichuan, according to Xinhua News Agency.
The satellite will be used mainly to carry out multi-band and high-speed communication technology validation tests.
The launch was the 569th mission of the Long March carrier rocket series.
*Writing by Islamuddin Sajid
Source. AA