Thematic Exhibition on “Achievements of National Aerospace Endeavours”
Press Release 
The Thematic Exhibition on "Achievements of National Aerospace Endeavours" will be held at Cyberport, showcasing the accomplishments of our country's aerospace endeavours, as well as the rapid development of aerospace science and technology in both our country and Hong Kong.
About Cyberport Stop | Event Details
- Date: 12–16 August 2026 (Tentative)
- Venue: Exhibition Lobby, Cyberport 3, 100 Cyberport Road, Hong Kong
(Adjacent to Shop 301, Cyberport Arcade)
Hong Kong Payload Expert Participate in Shenzhou-23 Manned Spaceflight Mission
Introduction
In the second half of 2022, our country launched the recruitment of the fourth batch of preparatory astronauts and the selection of payload experts took place in Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) for the first time, giving Hong Kong citizens the opportunity to participate in the National Manned Space Programme and contribute to the technological development of our country. During the application period, a total of 120 applications from local universities, companies in innovation and technology parks, research and development institutions, as well as government departments were received in Hong Kong. After conducting a rigorous selection process in accordance with national standards, the HKSAR Government recommended 40 candidates after the preliminary screening. After the second and final round of selection, the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) announced in June 2024 the completion of the recruitment of the fourth batch of preparatory astronauts, with one of the selected preparatory astronauts being a payload expert from Hong Kong. The CMSA announced on 23 May 2026 the Shenzhou-23 crew, including Dr Lai Kaying, the payload expert from the HKSAR. This is the first time a Hong Kong astronaut takes part in the national manned spaceflight mission. The Shenzhou-23 manned spaceship was successfully launched on 24 May 2026. The Shenzhou-23 crew will conduct multiple experiments and applications in various fields such as scientific applications during their stay in the space station.
CE congratulates Lai Ka-ying on participating in national space mission
CE holds video call with Lai Ka-ying
For details on the Shenzhou-23 manned spaceflight mission, please visit the official website of the CMSA:
Payload Experts, one of the categories of astronauts classified by types of mission, are professional scientific researchers who will carry out scientific and applied researches in space stations. During space missions, Payload Experts are mainly responsible for conducting aerospace experiments or researches, operating space laboratory equipment, and managing daily operations of space stations with other astronauts.