Exhibition on China's achievement in aerospace, aviation, navigation kicks off in Hong Kong

An exhibition kicked off in the Hong Kong Special Administrative region (SAR) on Friday, showcasing China's achievements in aerospace, aviation, and marine navigation.

Titled "National Development and Achievements Series -- Endless Exploration: The Journey of Chinese Aerospace, Aviation and Navigation", the exhibition, which is held at the Hong Kong Science Museum, presents technological breakthroughs in these sectors, affirming China's pivotal role in international science and technology.

The exhibition features four sections including a rich array of artifacts, models, graphics, and videos.

One of the key highlights of the exhibition is the display of the rare lunar soil samples retrieved from the moon's far side by the Chang'e-6 probe.

"The AAM (aerospace, aviation, and marine) exhibition is of course to celebrate the successful return of the Chang'e-6 space probe, which carries the samples grabbed from the far side of the moon. This is a very remarkable achievement of mankind because it is the first time that we can land on the far side of the moon and then take the sample back to the Earth safely," said Patrick Lau, director of the Hong Kong Science Museum.

Visitors can view these samples in the aerospace zone, which spotlights China's breakthroughs in lunar exploration and space technology.

"This is the first time we have six lunar soil samples displayed in a single exhibition. Three of them were collected from the near side of the moon by Chang'e-5. Another three were collected from the far side of the moon by Chang'e-6. With these samples, scientists can compare the soil sample and find out the geological development of the moon," said Ronne Yuen, curator of the Hong Kong Science Museum.

The exhibition is also dedicated to significant contributions of the Hong Kong SAR to the country's space and deep sea exploration projects, such as a 390-gram "Mars Camera" and a surface sampling-packaging system, and large-scale installations including a 1:8 model of the Y-20 strategic transport aircraft and a full-scale replica of the deep-sea manned submersible Fendouzhe (Striver).

"Through this exhibition, I hope compatriots in the Hong Kong SAR can directly experience the brilliant achievements of our motherland's technological innovation, inspire the public's passion for science, especially among young people, and allow more young people in the Hong Kong SAR to learn about aerospace, aviation, and navigation, thereby contributing to the continuous advancement of the Hong Kong SAR's technological innovation capabilities," said Li Yang, deputy director of the news center of the China National Space Administration.

Except the exhibition, a series of lectures on relevant topics will also be held by experts from the mainland on Friday and Monday.

According to the Hong Kong Science Museum, the exhibition is open to the public through September 7.

Exhibition on China's achievement in aerospace, aviation, navigation kicks off in Hong Kong

A former television host from Taiwan, Zhai Xuan, has made a pivotal decision to leave mainstream broadcasting in order to create content that provides a better understanding of the Chinese mainland and cross-strait relations.

Zhai, a seasoned television host with over a decade of experience in Taiwan's media landscape, recently addressed an audience at an event in Beijing, where she revealed her complete transition into independent online media.

In her remarks, she articulated her aspiration to bridge what she perceives as a significant information gap between audiences on both sides of the Strait, highlighting her commitment to fostering a deeper understanding and connection through her new endeavors.

"I was really surprised by all the fake news. There were stories saying people on the mainland can't afford tea eggs or that they live in mud houses and in Taiwan, this was the main information many people received," said Zhai.

Zhai said she initially began producing online videos to challenge such perceptions while continuing her work as a television host.

In April 2025, she travelled to the mainland with her father to fulfill her late grandfather's wish to return to his hometown. The trip, which reunited family members separated since 1949, was recorded in a video series titled "Journey to Find Our Roots", drawing attention from viewers in both Taiwan and the mainland.

"Many people in Taiwan told me that after watching, they wanted to apply for a mainland travel permit immediately and go looking for their relatives. Some had long forgotten these things, but after seeing my story, they began thinking about their hometowns and family members they had never met and decided to search for their roots," Zhai shared her story at the event.

By mid-2025, Zhai said she began to feel increasing pressure amid rising political tensions and a tightening atmosphere around cross-Strait exchanges in Taiwan.

After more than 12 years in the industry, Zhai resigned from her position, believing it was the right thing to do.

"At that moment, I felt this was a major issue，not just for me, but for Chinese people on both sides of the Strait. If I backed down then, I wouldn’t be standing on the right side," said Zhai.

Since leaving television, Zhai has broadened her online programming to encompass a range of daily-life topics, including practical guidance on applying for a mainland travel permit and using commonly employed mobile applications, in addition to content that delves into historical memory and cultural connections across the Strait.

As the debate over cross-Strait relations continues in Taiwan, Zhai said she remains committed to her current path.

Former Taiwan TV host bridges cross-Strait divide via online media