China successfully launched its new reusable Long March 12B rocket on Monday from the Dongfeng commercial space innovation pilot zone, deploying satellites for the Qianfan Constellation into low-Earth orbit. This mission is a significant step in China’s strategy to rapidly expand its low-orbit satellite networks and reduce launch expenses. While no first-stage recovery was attempted during this particular launch, the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp. has indicated plans for future recovery tests. The deployment of satellites for the Qianfan Constellation, a burgeoning broadband network, underscores China’s growing ambitions in the commercial space sector.