Shenzhou 7 draws global attention

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Source: CCTV.com | 09-24-2008 13:15

China's Shenzhou Seven manned spacecraft is set to blast off, and the expected launch is drawing widespread attention from outside China. China and France enjoy close cooperation in the area of space development.

France's president of the national assembly (CCTV.com)

France's president of the national assembly say the launch of Shenzhou-7 is not only a major event for the Chinese people, but also for the human race. Bernard Accoyer, president of French Nat'l Assembly, said, "China is an important country in space exploration. I think China's progress in science and technology will boost human beings' capacity of dealing with new challenges."