China plans over 40 space launches in 2021: Report

China plans to conduct more than 40 space launches in 2021 versus the 39 launches carried out last year, state-backed newspaper Global Times reported, citing domestic rocket contractor China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp (CASC).

The CASC also said the construction of China's first space station is a top priority, and parts of the space station will be sent into space this year, according to the Global Times.

Another seven commercial launches, open to market users who want to send micro-sized and small satellites into space, are also planned, the Global Times reported, citing CASC.