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Pakistan joins China Moon race with Jinnah-1 rover; mission in 2029

Pakistan has named its first lunar rover Jinnah-1 for a 2029 mission. The rover will join China's Chang'e-8 mission to study the Moon's south pole. Jinnah-1 will conduct scientific research on plasma, radiation, and lunar geology. This collaboration marks a significant milestone for Pakistan's space program. The mission aims to explore the lunar south pole's potential resources and human activity.

14 Aug 2026 12:04 pm