Explanation

• Shanghai Spacecom Satellite Technology (SSST) was recently granted permission by Pakistan to provide satellite internet services.
• Country: China
• Satellite Orbit: Low Earth Orbit (LEO)
• Regulatory Body: Pakistan Space Activities Regulatory Board (PSARB)
• Other operators: Starlink, OneWeb, SSST

Last verified on 02-08-2026

Explanation

• Name: Karakoram Highway (KKH)
• Other Name: Friendship Highway (China side)
• Route Start: Hassan Abdal (Pakistan)
• Important Pass: Khunjerab Pass (Pakistan–China border)
• Total Length in Pakistan: About 1300 km
• Completion Year: 1979
• Route Type: Part of ancient Silk Route connection

Last verified on 13-05-2026

Explanation

China launched the Gravity-1 Y4 carrier rocket from the sea.

The commercial mission lifted off, from the East China Sea off the coast of Shanghai, successfully placing nine satellites into orbit.

Launched on July 22, 2026

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Explanation

• Major construction under Qin Dynasty: 1878 (221 to 206 BC)
• Initial wall construction: 7th century BC
• Qin Dynasty ruler: Qin Shi Huang
• Official length (modern survey): 21,196 km
• Ming Great Wall length: 8,851 km

Last verified on 22-07-2026

Explanation

• China is the largest wheat producer in the world.
• USA is among the largest wheat exporters globally due to strong agricultural infrastructure.

Additional information:

1. China: ~135–140 million metric tons
2. India: ~110–117 million metric tons
3. Russia: ~80–90 million metric tons
4. United States: ~45–55 million metric tons
5. European Union: ~130–142 million metric tons (combined)

Last verified on 21-04-2026