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Russia and China to Install Nuclear Power Plant on Moon by 2035

The ambitious project aims to support future lunar settlements through automated technology, marking a significant step in Russo-Chinese space cooperation.

  • Russia and China are planning to install a nuclear power plant on the Moon by 2035, aiming to support future lunar settlements.
  • The project will be automated, requiring advanced technology for construction without human presence.
  • China's lunar missions, including Chang'e 6, 7, and 8, are part of the roadmap for building a robotic base for experiments and research.
  • The initiative is seen as a sign of deepening strategic alignment between Moscow and Beijing, raising concerns among international observers.
  • NASA is also developing plans for nuclear power on the Moon, indicating a race for lunar energy resources.
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