Hong Kong residents watch Shenzhou launch

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Source: CCTV.com | 09-27-2008 14:50

People in Hong Kong were glued to television screens for the Shenzhou 7 launch on Thursday. At the University of Hong Kong, lecturers and students gathered to witness history being made.

People in HK were watching Shenzhou 7 launch on Thursday.

From the Beijing Olympics to the launch of the space mission, Hong Kong residents are keen to watch live broadcasts of the country's significant events. Enthusiastic clapping broke the silence as the spacecraft entered orbit.

Hong Kong resident, said, "I was excited and nervous during the countdown. It was exciting because it has taken only nine years for China to send an astronaut on a spacewalk；and I was nervous because I wanted the launch to go smoothly."

Hong Kong resident, said, "What intrigues me most is how the astronaut will handle the pressure when he steps out of the cabin. This is quite crucial to the success of this mission."

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Editor:Zhang Pengfei