The video shows astronauts driving a lunar rover on the surface of the moon. /China Media Group

China aims to achieve manned lunar landing by 2030. By utilizing pre-crewed flight tests and manned lunar missions, China plans to conduct large-scale space science experiments targeting three key areas, including lunar science, lunar-based science, and resource exploration and utilization.

Production and ground tests of prototypes of the Long March-10 carrier rocket, Mengzhou, Lanyue, the spacesuit to be worn by astronauts and the lunar rover are underway as planned, according to the CMSA.

"The development of the Long March-10 rocket, Mengzhou, and Lanyue with its lunar rover is progressing intensively," Zhou Jianping, chief designer of China's manned space program, told Xinhua at the symposium.

"Several of these initial prototypes have been completed and are now in their testing phase to ensure readiness for future lunar missions," he said.

The CMSA video also showcased prototypes of the manned spacecraft, as well as the lunar lander on its testing pad.

Ground facilities and equipment for the production and tests have been completed and are operational, and the construction of the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site is proceeding as planned.

At the Human Space Symposium, held November 21-22 in the southern Chinese city of Shenzhen, academicians, leading domestic experts and astronauts will address topics such as the scientific achievements of the space station and the construction and operation of the national space laboratory.