China's manned spacecraft, Shenzhou 7, will be launched sometime between September 25th and 30th from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwestern Gansu Province.

A project spokesman says all the major systems involved in the launching are now in the final stage of preparation. Tests for the spacecraft, the Long-March II-F rocket carrier, an accompanying satellite, as well as suits for the astronauts' space walk have all been completed. The ground control system is also ready.

The spokesman says the crew enjoy "good" physical and mental conditions. After being charged with fuel on Sunday, the spacecraft will be connected to the rocket, and transferred to the launch site for a final check before blast-off.

(CCTV September 9, 2008)