Answer: Russia
Notes: Russia's Angara A5 space rocket is set for its maiden launch from the Vostochny Cosmodrome. This three-stage marvel aims to deliver 24.5 tonnes of payload into low orbit, replacing the veteran Proton M. The launch site, nestled in the Amur region's forests, strategically borders China and lies 1,500 km from Vladivostok. This moment marks a significant leap in Russia's space endeavors, heralding a new era in heavy-lift rocket technology.
