Video released by Chinese state media shows a state-owned aerospace company launching a rocket and recovering part of it on Friday. The successful launch of a reusable rocket was a major step for China toward challenging SpaceX’s satellite internet dominance.

China recovered a reusable rocket booster for the first time on Friday, marking a milestone for the country's space program.

China has successfully recaptured the first stage of a rocket after a launch, marking a breakthrough for its space program

The inaugural launch and first-stage booster recovery of China’s Long March 10B rocket intensifies the nation’s spaceflight rivalry with the U.S.