China's moon base plans raise concerns over violating the Artemis Accords and escalating global tensions amid Taiwan aggression.

China's space ambitions, led by President Xi Jinping's vision for national rejuvenation, are raising alarms in the U.S. and allied nations. Plans for a permanent moon base and collaboration with Russia on the International Lunar Research Station may contravene the Artemis Accords. The U.S. Space Force warns of China's military-focused space activities, which could undermine international norms and escalate global tensions, particularly amid rising aggression toward Taiwan.

September 17, 2024
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