China
China on Thursday successfully launched a Zhuque-2E Y5 carrier rocket into space from the Dongfeng commercial space innovation pilot zone in northwest China.
The carrier rocket blasted off at 11:00 (Beijing Time) and the second stage of the rocket entered its preset orbit, marking a successful flight mission.
China successfully launches Zhuque-2E Y5 carrier rocket
Major European stocks closed higher on Wednesday.
Britain's FTSE 100 rose 0.58 percent to 10,325.35 points, France's CAC 40 gained 0.35 percent to 8,007.97 points, while Germany's DAX advanced 0.76 percent to 24,136.81 points.
Market analysts attributed the gains to strong performances in energy and mining sectors, which offset lingering concerns over geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
European stocks close higher as mining shares lead gains
