Overview

• The Mengzhuo capsule, translating to 'dream vessel', and the Lanyue lander, meaning 'embracing the Moon', are set to carry astronauts and a rover to the lunar surface.
• China aims to become the second country to land humans on the Moon, utilizing its new super-heavy-lift carrier rocket, Long March 10.
• The names were chosen from nearly 2,000 public submissions, reflecting Chinese aspirations and confidence in space exploration.
• China's lunar ambitions are part of a broader goal to establish itself as a technological superpower and revitalize the nation.
• The mission follows a series of successful unmanned lunar probes, including the Chang’e missions, with Chang’e 6 scheduled to launch later this year.