What China's delay means for the US-China moon race

The liftoff of China’s Chang’e 7 mission to the moon has been delayed into 2027. Ars Technica reports that the Chinese are being vague about the exact reasons for the delay, only suggesting it is due to, adhering to "the principle of proceeding prudently and reliably, and ensuring absolute success." The Chinese mission includes an orbiter,...

thehill.com ·2026-08-30

What China's delay means for the US-China moon race

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