China in Space is focused on providing detailed and timely reports on China’s space activities. The publication covers a wide range of topics, from technical developments like reusable rockets and satellite constellations to broader policy and geopolitical space strategy.
Readers of China in Space include researchers, academics, journalists, business executives, policy advisors, economists, and politicians from the People’s Republic of China, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the United States of America, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe to name a few, as well as general space enthusiasts.
China in Space was originally started under the name ‘China Space Updates’ in mid-2024. The name changed in December 2024 after a domain was acquired.
Why should I subscribe & support China in Space?
Most publications that follow China’s space sector aim to inform Western and Global North policymakers, often framing their coverage with a narrative that fosters fear about China’s rise. These outlets frequently overlook stories and launches that contribute to China’s development and its goal of national rejuvenation.
China in Space aims to provide a more balanced and positive perspective on China’s space industry, an angle rarely presented in Western media. Supporting and subscribing to China in Space helps sustain this effort to share a broader understanding of China's achievements in space exploration.
Who writes China in Space?
Jack C. is currently the sole writer and editor (formally Editor) of China in Space. Outside of China in Space Jack is a student of the social sciences and economics, specializing in international relations, while studying Chinese language, history, and culture in their free time.
Article tags
China in Space has various tags you can browse to find specific articles, they are:
Innovation & Hardware Development: This tag is for articles relating to hardware development of various launch vehicles and spacecraft as well as innovation regarding space technologies.
Launch Missions: This tag is for articles relating to launches that used a Chinese launch vehicle from one of the nation’s launch sites.
Lunar Exploration: This tag is for articles relating to China’s lunar exploration efforts, both crewed and uncrewed.
Space Politics & Business: This tag is for articles relating to space policy from the Central or municipal governments as well as what China’s various space businesses are doing.
Taikonauts: This tag is for articles relating to China’s human space travelers.
Historical, Research, & Op-ed: This tag is for content that delves into events or topics from previous years, required extensive research to provide a full picture, or well-informed opinions. It serves as a catch-all category for content that doesn't fit neatly elsewhere.
Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center: This tag is for articles about activities or launches from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center.
Xichang Satellite Launch Center: This tag is for articles about activities or launches from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center.
Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center: This tag is for articles about activities or launches from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center.
Wenchang Space Launch Site & Wenchang Commercial Space Launch Site: This tag is for articles about activities or launches from the Wenchang Space Launch Site or Wenchang Commercial Space Launch Site.
Sea Launch: This tag is for articles about launches from China’s various sea launch platforms.
Work with China in Space
If you would like to work with China in Space on an article, research, or for comment please contact Jack C. with a brief message. They can be contacted via a form with this link: https://linktr.ee/phazzee
Republication of articles
China in Space is open to having articles republished in other publications as long as you do not majorly alter what was written, provide a link to the original article, and contact Jack C. ahead of doing so.
When the article is republished please contact Jack C. again. Upon the republication, they will also add a link to it from their portfolio page.
FAQ
These are questions I (Jack C.) have previously answered, but they may be handy to have in one spot. If you have one you’d like me to add you can submit it here.
Why do you follow/cover China’s space sector?
The world is becoming increasingly multipolar, in terms of economic and political global power. As such the greater emergence of China’s space sector on the international stage is inevitable. Through following the sector, I hope I can provide a better understanding to a broad range of people who would not otherwise dedicate a large amount of time to do so.
I can’t find a specific launch or story here, why?
I write for Cosmic Nxws, as well as for myself here. In an effort to build up Cosmic Nxws I post more “clickable” articles there, along with major events like Chang’e 6 or the Tianlong-3 “static” fire. Checking the China tag on Cosmic Nxws will have it sorted by newest first.
Doesn’t running China in Space conflict with Cosmic Nxws?
It does, but not majorly. What I write here ultimately assists in my work for Cosmic Nxws. On here I can write about every launch without ‘bombarding’ readers of Cosmic Nxws with niche details that mainly followers of China’s space industry would want to know. I can also write about stories most folks would not be interested in or read.
What way do you lean politically?
I lean fairly left. I’ve read dozens of books from left-leaning politicians and political theorists, these books have helped shape my personal political beliefs.
Can you understand Chinese?
Yes, but I am still learning. Currently, I can’t speak much of the language, but I am fairly confident in my ability to read and write it.
是的，但我仍在学习。目前，我还不能说太多的语言，但我对自己的读写能力相当有信心。
How do you source your information?
For launches, the launch vehicle manufactures WeChat/Weixin blogs as well as government-run news outlets and agencies will have the most timely information. Posts from those near the launch site on the Chinese internet can sometimes share images faster however.
For in-space operations and events sources will vary. Activities onboard the Tiangong Space Station will first be shared by the China Manned Space Agency, and government-run news outlets and agencies. As for satellite movements, I will corroborate from ground observers, foreign news, and foreign governments.
Where necessary, I will use ‘off-record’ sources from various programs, companies, agencies, and the industry (from both the U.S. and China). These individuals will often wish to remain anonymous, with myself disposing of possible identifiable information for the source to ensure they do.
Why do you upload the embedded videos to your YouTube account?
Archival. Nothing online will last forever if it’s just kept in one place. By uploading the embedded videos to my account I can ensure they stay online into the future.
Why is Taiwan on China in Space’s logo/banner?
China in Space adheres to United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758 and the One China principle of the People’s Republic of China. This recognizes the People's Republic of China, with its capital in Beijing, as the sole legitimate government of China, and acknowledges Taiwan Province as an integral part of the People's Republic of China.
