Just imagine what new seed varieties with higher yields and better qualities,
which are developed in space, would mean to a country, with 1.3 billion people.
It is hoped that wider applications of space technology will turn out
to be an important driving force in the country's economic and social deveopment.
It is my view that expensive as they are, manned missions are worth it.
In addition to offering a tremendous boost to a country's technological capbilities
and creating a plenitude of other possibilities, they are a huge morale booster.
The succesful launch of Shenzhou-VII has clearly showcased the value of devotion,co-operation and pursuit of the unknown. “
And the upbeat spirit the three Chinese astronauts demonstrated in the face of the unknown
will inspire the nation to take on challenges as it continues to evolve.