Beijing: The Shenzhou-20 crew on board China's orbiting space station completed their mission's first series of extravehicular activities on Thursday, according to the China Manned Space Agency.

According to Namibia Press Agency, the astronauts successfully carried out various tasks outside the space station. The spacewalk marked a significant milestone for the crew, who are part of China's ongoing efforts to expand its presence in space. The extravehicular activities are aimed at testing the station's operational capabilities and enhancing its functionality.

The China Manned Space Agency reported that the astronauts were able to perform these activities safely and efficiently. These operations are crucial for the maintenance and development of the space station, which China plans to complete by the end of 2022. The successful completion of these tasks demonstrates the crew's preparedness and the reliability of the technology being used on these missions.

The Shenzhou-20 mission is part of China's broader space exploration goals, which include future lunar and Mars missions. The spacewalk is a testament to China's growing capabilities and ambitions in space exploration.