China's lunar research station initiative expands international partnerships, signing an agreement with Senegal's space agency and memoranda with 10 institutions.

China's lunar research station initiative has expanded its international partnerships, signing an agreement with Senegal's space agency and memoranda with 10 institutions from countries like Serbia, Switzerland, and the UAE. The International Lunar Research Station (ILRS) aims to create a scientific facility on the moon, with a basic model expected by 2035 in the lunar south pole. The project focuses on long-term robotic operations and limited human involvement.

September 05, 2024
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