China's Space Program Stumbles in Plain Sight The recent spate of rocket failures in China has sparked a frenzy of speculation and finger pointing.
But beneath the surface lies a more pressing issue: Beijing's ability to learn from its mistakes.
The most recent incident, which left observers baffled as it broke apart just 85 seconds into launch, is merely the latest in a string of setbacks that have begun to raise questions about the sustainability of China's ambitious space program.