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HK Chief Executive Applauds Successful Shenzhou-6 Space Mission 2005-10-17 13:21:52    CRIENGLISH.com Hong Kong Chief Executive Donald Tsang applauded the successful launch and smooth return of the Shenzhou-6 spacecraft on Monday morning. The chief executive, on behalf of all the people of Hong Kong, extended the warmest congratulations to the Central Government in his letter to President Hu Jintao and Premier Wen Jiabao, according to a Hong Kong government source on Monday. "The success of Shenzhou-6 demonstrates the strength of our motherland and highlights our nation's courage and faith," Tsang said. "From the successful mission of Shenzhou-6, we see the brilliant future of our country," added he. Tsang also suggested in his letter to the Central Government that astronauts Fei Junlong and Nie Haisheng be invited to Hong Kong with the personnel who mastered this landmark project. It is suggested that the visit will enable Hong Kong people to see the astronauts and other personnel in person, to share their successful experience of this mission and to pay tribute to the heroic crew members. (Source: Xinhua)       Talk China       Print       Email       Recommend ASTRONAUSTS Nie Haisheng Fei Junlong Shenzhou 6 is the second manned flight of China. It has been launched in October 2005, carrying two astronauts for five to six days in orbit. HOT POSTS • Shenzhou-6 launched!  by knownothing People have dreamed to fly like a bird in the sky, now the spacecraft has been launched, what a big lead, but what does that mean to China? • Successful Launch  by bestever Congratulations! China's second manned space mission a success!   CRIENGLISH.com claims the copyright of all material and information produced originally by our staff. All rights reserved. Reproduction of text for non-commercial purposes only is permitted provided that both the source and author are acknowledged and a notifying email is sent to us. CRIENGLISH.com holds neither liability nor responsibility for materials attributed to any other source. Such information is provided as reportage and dissemination of information but does not necessarily reflect the opinion of or endorsement by CRI.

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