China Outlines Ambitious Space Science Roadmap Through 2050

The plan aims to position China as a global leader in space science, with missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyond.

China's new space program focuses on five key scientific themes, including the extreme universe, space-time ripples, and habitable planets.
The roadmap includes three phases, with the first phase prioritizing the operation of the Tiangong space station and manned lunar missions by 2027.
China plans to construct an International Lunar Research Station between 2028 and 2035, with 15 scientific satellite missions.
By 2050, China aims to carry out over 30 space science missions, addressing major scientific questions like dark matter and extraterrestrial life.
The program seeks international collaboration, with agreements already signed with 17 countries and organizations.