Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:00pm on 18 Apr 2024,Thursday Science
Nasa Administrator Bill Nelson cautioned American lawmakers about China's covert military activities in space, disguised under civilian space programs. Nelson emphasized the need for vigilance, expressing concerns over China's potential assertion of lunar resource ownership. He urged the US to prioritize lunar exploration to counter China's advancements, fearing potential territorial claims. China's ambitious space endeavors, including Earth-orbiting stations and lunar missions, heighten tensions in the ongoing space race. As both nations vie for lunar dominance, Nelson advocates for peaceful space exploration while highlighting the strategic importance of maintaining a competitive edge in space exploration.
