Japan plans to launch 4 satellites into space this week May 15, 2012 - 12:33 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Japan plans to launch four satellites into space this week, including a South Korean one that is its first payload for a foreign customer. According to AP, spokesman Reiichi Tanaka at Japan's space agency said Tuesday, May 16 the HII-A rocket carrying the satellites will launch Friday from a remote pad in southwestern Japan. Japan is hoping to compete with the U.S., Russia, Europe and others as a launch vehicle provider. The rocket's primary payload is Japan's "Shizuku" satellite to monitor global water circulation and climate change. Two smaller satellites also are Japanese-developed. The multipurpose KOMPSAT-3 is supplied by the Korea Aerospace Research Institute. It will monitor the environment, ocean and agriculture.   Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads.   Partner news |  Latest news Titus, Bilirakis lead legislation to sanction Azerbaijani war criminals  Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) have introduced the bipartisan legislation.Armenia: Defense Ministry warns against involving army in political processes The Ministry’s statement came after a video surfaced online, showing soldiers joining the protests in Tavush.Scholz hopes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty will be signed this year German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year.Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan. |
