China’s lunar programme is primarily driven by strategic resource acquisition and geopolitical objectives. This makes it a likely key component of Beijing’s planned future dominance of energy and …

Feb 29, 2024 · Territorial ambitions on the Moon are driving the evolution of geopolitical strategy in outer space. Advances in technology have made the Moon an increasingly attainable target for exploration …

5 days ago · The nation that pioneers the lunar economy—based on resource extraction, advanced manufacturing, and deep-space logistics—will be positioned to set global standards and reap …

Jul 2, 2025 · It marked a pivotal shift, signaling that China’s lunar ambitions had evolved from symbolic flag planting to a systematic push for permanent space infrastructure.

Jun 14, 2025 · As China continues to pursue its lunar ambitions, the implications for global space exploration and geopolitics are profound. The race to harness lunar resources could redefine power …

Aug 30, 2024 · This article delves into the emerging alliances in space exploration and militarization, examining their geopolitical implications and the potential for future conflicts in space.

Nov 17, 2025 · The past two years have seen a series of milestones in lunar exploration. In February 2024, a commercial lander built by Intuitive Machines in Houston, Texas, did what only superpowers …

In an October 2024 lecture, a member of the Chinese Academy of Engineering discussed building a gigantic space-based solar power array in geosynchronous orbit. 55 In 2025, scientists in China …

Sep 30, 2025 · Such practices threaten peaceful and sustainable exploration of space for all. The study looks at the weaknesses of current space law, particularly the Outer Space Treaty; resource …

Dec 15, 2024 · While the Trump-Musk alliance appears committed to accelerating human exploration of the Moon and Mars—goals that align closely with SpaceX’s vision—other scientific endeavors, such …