On November 11, China conducted the first flight test of its next-generation rocket, the Chang Zheng 10, aimed at achieving a manned lunar landing by 2030. Simultaneously, an emergency escape test was performed using the next-generation manned spacecraft, the Dream Chaser, which were both reported successful by the state broadcaster CCTV. This milestone signifies an important step in China's manned lunar exploration program, as CCTV noted that the developments have reached a crucial point.

The Chang Zheng 10 rocket was launched from the Wenchang Space Launch Site in Hainan Province at 11 AM local time, reaching an altitude of 105 kilometers in space. The launch included experimental recovery operations, with footage showing the rocket descending slowly while emitting propellant toward the ocean surface. According to the Global Times from the People's Daily, the rocket landed about 200 meters from the recovery vessel, showcasing China's capabilities in recovery technology.

Currently, the Chang Zheng 10 is being developed to transport spacecraft and landing vessels to lunar orbit. Standing approximately 90 meters tall, it is the largest rocket in China. The test flight also included a prototype of the Dream Chaser spacecraft, which separated around one minute after launch and descended via parachute to the ocean, simulating an emergency evacuation scenario. According to Xinhua, China's lunar exploration is planned in three phases—unmanned exploration, manned landing, and manned stay—with the current focus on developing the necessary infrastructure for a manned landing, aiming to achieve this by 2030.