Goheung: South Korea's space agency is in the final stages of preparation for the fourth launch of the country's domestically produced Nuri space rocket, which is scheduled for next week. Officials confirmed that all necessary inspections are set to be completed by Monday, marking a significant milestone in the nation's space exploration efforts.

According to Anadolu Agency, Park Jong-chan, the director of the Korean Launch Vehicle Enhancement Program at the Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI), stated that the third-stage rocket has been connected to the first and second stages. The team is currently performing the final electronic inspection on the integrated launch vehicle. This meticulous process ensures that the rocket is ready for its journey to space.

The Nuri, officially known as the Korea Space Launch Vehicle II (KSLV-II), is planned for launch from the Naro Space Center in the southern coastal village of Goheung next Thursday. In preparation, experts will conduct a thorough inspection of the rocket's exterior before it is transported to the launch pad on Tuesday.

This mission marks the first time the launch will be led by the private company Hanwha Aerospace. It will also be the rocket's first journey to space in over two and a half years, following its previous launch in May 2023. The successful launch of Nuri will be a crucial step forward for South Korea's ambitions in space technology.