#Reusable Rocket

China's Long March 12A rocket failed its booster recovery, marking the second such failure in a month and a setback for its space program. The failure highlights the challenge of catching up to U.S. firms like SpaceX and its implications for China's satellite megaconstellation project.

South Korea has approved a $1.6 billion project to build a reusable methane-powered rocket by 2034. The initiative, led by KASA, aims to support a 2032 lunar mission and establish the nation's competitive edge in the space industry.

Japan's JAXA saw a successful engine test for its RV-X reusable rocket on Dec 20, but its flagship H3 rocket faced two launch scrubs on Dec 17 and 20, highlighting ongoing operational challenges.