China's Tianwen-3 mission is scheduled to launch in two stages in 2028 to collect Martian samples.

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China

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Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT · 2h 5m ago

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The mission aims to gather information about potential life on Mars and its implications for life on Earth.

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The Tianwen-3 mission represents a significant step in China's space exploration program and could yield new scientific insights into planetary evolution and the potential for extraterrestrial life.

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The Globe and Mail
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/world/article-china-going-to-mars-mission-tianwen-3/
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