Pakistan Partners with China for ‘Moon Mission II’

Suparco’s 35-Kilogram Rover to Join China’s Chang’E 8 Mission in 2028

Pakistan’s Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (Suparco) has announced a landmark collaboration with China on a groundbreaking lunar mission.

Set to launch in 2028, this mission marks a significant stride for Pakistan’s space ambitions.

Pakistan’s indigenous lunar rover, weighing around 35 kilograms, will accompany China’s Chang’E 8 mission to explore the Moon’s surface.

This milestone highlights Pakistan’s expanding role in international space exploration.

Suparco is now preparing for its first lunar rover mission following the success of Pakistan’s first lunar satellite.

ICube Qamar, which launched aboard China’s Chang’E 6 from Hainan just six months ago.

Equipped with cutting-edge scientific instruments, Suparco’s rover will gather crucial data to shape future lunar exploration efforts.

This rover will be part of the ambitious International Lunar Research Station (ILRS) project.

A aiming to advance scientific understanding and test innovative technology for sustainable lunar exploration.

The mission will target the Moon’s south pole, a region renowned for its challenging terrain and the potential for scientific discoveries.

The rover will conduct a series of experiments, including analyzing lunar soil, mapping the surface, and testing technologies that could support a sustainable human presence on the Moon.

This collaboration not only enhances Pakistan’s presence in space research but also underscores the strength of Pakistan-China relations and their shared vision for advancing space exploration.