China launches Shenzhou X manned spacecraft with three astronauts.
China could take advantage of its Chang'e-3 lunar exploration mission to boost international cooperation on space exploration and promote space education and awareness among the public.
National science academies in China and the UK published a joint statement for further cooperation on Friday. Royal Society President Paul Nurse visited Beijing in September.
China is seeking to deepen international cooperation and communication in the outer-space industry, a senior official said at the 64th International Astronautical Congress on Monday.
NASA has taken a step backward and exhibited a "Cold War mentality" by barring Chinese scientists from an upcoming space science conference.
China is providing training for space professionals from developing economies, enhancing their capacity in satellite and space technology application.
Three astronauts returned to Earth safely Wednesday, marking another step forward towards China's goal of building a permanent manned space station by 2020.
The three astronauts on board Shenzhou X have increased food choices and a more relaxed work schedule, but may also face new risks.
Shenzhou X and three astronauts blasted off into a clear blue sky on Tuesday, bringing the nation one step closer to setting up its own space station in 2020. 
President Xi shares his joy with space program staff Timeline of China's manned space program
Two more Chinese astronauts will realize their dream of going to space under the guidance of a veteran astronaut in the Shenzhou-X mission on Tuesday.
The Shenzhou-X spacecraft was launched at 5:38 pm on Tuesday, sending two men and a woman into space on a mission that will lay the foundation for building a space station.
Spacecraft enters designated orbit
President Xi voices congratulations
Tiangong-1 Photos Astronauts: Nie Haisheng, Zhang Xiaoguang, Wang Yaping
China's Shenzhou IX space mission, the country's first manned docking mission, brought back Taylor Wang's memories of his space trip.
China has no intention to compete with others and take the lead in space, said a senior official with the manned space program.
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