China launches satellite for Egypt

Research and development of the MisrSat 2 started in September that year.

Ground tests of the spacecraft were conducted at the Egyptian Satellite Assembly, Integration and Test Center in Cairo, which was built with Chinese funds and technological assistance and began operations in June.

Many researchers and engineers from Egypt took part in China's training programs and played important roles during the design, production and testing work. Through this program, Egypt has been able to accumulate more knowledge about satellite development and operations and improve its space industry system, the CNSA noted.