According to CASC, the Long March 12A's upper stage performed as intended, successfully reaching the mission's predetermined orbit. However, the rocket's methane-fueled first stage booster failed to complete a braking burn to slow down for landing at a prepared location near the edge of the Gobi Desert. The booster instead impacted in a remote region about 200 miles downrange from the Jiuquan spaceport in northwestern China, less than 10 minutes after liftoff.

"We are pleased with the successful launch of the Long March 12A, which demonstrates our capabilities in reusable launch technology," said a CASC spokesperson. "While the first stage did not successfully recover, we are confident that our engineers will learn from this experience and improve our systems for future missions."

The reusable launch technology being developed by China's space agency has significant implications for the global space industry. With the ability to launch and recover rockets, space agencies and private companies can reduce the cost and environmental impact of space exploration. According to experts, reusable launch technology could make space travel more accessible and sustainable in the long term.

The Long March 12A is a significant development in China's space program, which has been rapidly advancing in recent years. China has made significant strides in space exploration, including landing a rover on the far side of the moon and launching a space station into orbit. The country's space agency has also been working on developing reusable launch technology, with the goal of reducing the cost and environmental impact of space exploration.

The successful launch of the Long March 12A is a significant step forward for China's space program, and demonstrates the country's commitment to developing reusable launch technology. As the global space industry continues to evolve, China's advancements in reusable launch technology are likely to have a significant impact on the future of space exploration.