Liu Yang, the first Chinese astronaut to walk on the moon, has been a key figure in China's space program for many years. He was born and raised in Tianjin, but he became interested in space when he was young.
In 1992, Liu Yang was selected as one of three Chinese astronauts to join the Soviet Space Station. He spent several months there before being sent back to Earth, where he completed his training at the Institute of Astronautics in Moscow.
After returning home, Liu Yang joined the China National Space Administration (CNSA) and began working on developing the country's own space programs. In 2003, he was appointed as the director of the Institute of Astronautics and launched into space with the SH-1 spacecraft.
On March 8, 2005, Liu Yang made history by becoming the first person to walk on the moon during a routine exercise in the SH-1 spacecraft. This marked the beginning of China's long-term lunar exploration program and laid the foundation for future missions.
Since then, Liu Yang has continued to lead China's space program, using his expertise and experience to help shape the future of space exploration. His achievements have earned him international recognition and praise, and he continues to inspire people all over the world with his dedication to science and technology.
As we look ahead to the next decade, it is clear that Liu Yang will continue to play a vital role in our efforts to explore and understand the universe. With his guidance and support, we can look forward to even more exciting discoveries and advancements in space exploration.