# Shenzhou‑20

Shenzhou‑20 Return Capsule Lands at Dongfeng, Highlighting Beijing’s Growing Crewed‑Flight Maturity

China reported the successful landing of the Shenzhou‑20 return capsule at the Dongfeng site, a routine but significant demonstration of its crewed‑flight reliability. The recovery underpins Beijing’s plans for sustained crew rotations, expanded operations on the Tiangong station and broader strategic signalling in space.