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White House Sets 1,000-Launch Annual Goal and Orders Review of 48-Hour Responsive Space Access

A new national space transportation policy directs U.S. agencies to build capacity for more than 1,000 launches and reentries annually by 2030. It also instructs the Defense Department to assess barriers to prompt, resilient access to space and whether national-security missions could be supported within 48 hours.

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Space.com

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SpaceX test-fires Starship ahead of its first orbital flight

SpaceX has completed a single-engine test-firing of its next Starship spacecraft as preparations continue for the megarocket’s first test flight intended to reach orbit. The milestone marks another step toward an orbital demonstration of SpaceX’s fully integrated launch vehicle and spacecraft system.

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Taiwan’s Indigenous Satellite-Launcher Program Hits a Setback

Taiwan’s effort to develop an indigenous satellite launcher suffered a setback this week, highlighting the challenges facing the island’s emerging space ambitions. The development adds uncertainty to the timing and progress of a domestic launch capability, although the available reporting provides no further details on the cause or impact.

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SpaceWatch Global

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Taiwan’s First Domestic Rocket Test Terminates Shortly After Liftoff

Taiwan’s first flight test of a domestically developed satellite launch vehicle ended shortly after liftoff, marking an early setback in the island’s effort to establish independent access to space. The test reflects Taiwan’s push to develop indigenous launch capabilities for its growing satellite ambitions.

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