(CNBC) Investing in Space: The U.S.-China space race is getting tighter

The article discusses the intensifying U.S.-China space race, with China advancing its lunar ambitions to rival U.S. dominance. Prof. Quentin Parker highlights China’s progress since its first crewed mission in 2003, aiming for a lunar landing by 2030. The U.S., the only nation to land humans on the Moon, faces competition as China plans a lunar research station with Russia by 2035. While the U.S. leads in commercial space ventures like SpaceX, China’s state-backed efforts are closing the gap.

The article, published on August 22, 2025, in CNBC, emphasizes the strategic and economic stakes in this rivalry.

https://www.cnbc.com/2025/08/22/investing-in-space-the-us-china-space-race-is-getting-tighter.html