‘We are very proud,’ John Lee tells first Hong Kong astronaut ahead of space flight

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Hong Kong's Chief Executive John Lee expressed pride in the first local astronaut Lai Ka-ying ahead of her Shenzhou-23 space mission. Lai shared her rigorous training experience in Beijing and confidence about completing the mission, showcasing Hong Kong's growing participation in space exploration.

Hong Kong’s leader has sent his blessings to the first local astronaut, Lai Ka-ying, in a video call ahead of the launch of the Shenzhou-23 space flight on Sunday, calling her participation in the mission a reflection of the country’s trust and support for the city. Payload specialist Lai, in response, recalled her packed, tough training in Beijing, which had “finally come to an end”, while expressing confidence that she would complete her space mission. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu on...