Argentina Launches Research Rocket
Argentina Launches Research Rocket
By IANS - BUENOS AIRES
Published: 21st December 2013 05:06 PM
Last Updated: 21st December 2013 05:06 PM
Argentina has successfully launched a research rocket as part of its space programme, the defence ministry said.
The rocket was "launched through the joint efforts of the air force, the state-owned military manufacturing company, universities and companies related to the field", Defence Minister Agustin Rossi said Friday.
The launch took place Wednesday in the city of Chamical, in La Rioja province, 880 km northwest of the capital, Xinhua reported.
"This launch is another step toward the recovery of scientific-technological capabilities for defence," Rossi said.
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