With this latest launch, the Guowang constellation could see its total number of satellites in orbit increase to 29, of which 19 are currently tracked by the U.S. Space Force.

China's launch strategy for 2025 remains undisclosed, but it may target approximately 100 launches, reflecting a recent uptick in launch frequency.

In a notable change from previous launches, the first stage of the Long March 5B is not expected to reach orbit, thereby preventing uncontrolled reentry.

The Long March 5B rocket lifted off from the Wenchang Satellite Launch Center at 4:10 p.m. Eastern time, despite challenging heavy fog conditions at the launch site.

China Satellite Network Group Co., Ltd., which oversees the Guowang project, must launch half of the planned satellites by 2032 to meet International Telecommunication Union regulations.

Shortly after liftoff, the Shanghai Academy of Spaceflight Technology confirmed the launch's success, although no images or further details about the satellites were released.

April 29, 2025, also marked a significant day for satellite deployment, with multiple megaconstellation launches resulting in a total of 87 new satellites launched within 24 hours.

The Guowang project is designed to eventually consist of around 13,000 satellites, aiming for comprehensive global communications coverage from low Earth orbit.

On April 28, 2025, China successfully launched the third batch of Guowang megaconstellation satellites, enhancing its low Earth orbit communications network to compete with global systems like Starlink.