China successfully launched a Lijian-1 Y14 carrier rocket on Monday, sending eight satellites into their planned orbit.
The rocket lifted off at 11:44 am Beijing time from a commercial space innovation pilot zone in northwest China.
According to Chinese authorities, all eight satellites were successfully deployed into their designated orbit, marking another successful mission for the Lijian-1 launch vehicle.
The launch is part of China's ongoing efforts to expand its space programme and strengthen its satellite capabilities.