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'The next step for humanity as a whole': China’s space race with the US heats up
NASA has awarded contracts to four US companies for a moon base, including landers, rovers, and drones, following the Artemis II mission. Meanwhile, China's space agency launched Shenzhou-23, aiming for a year-long orbital mission and plans to establish a manned lunar presence by 2035.
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