U.S. Plans Moon Landing with International Astronaut by 2030

Vice President Kamala Harris to Announce Mission, Highlighting Increased Integration with Allies on Space Activities

The United States plans to land an international astronaut on the moon by 2030, with Vice President Kamala Harris set to announce the mission at a Space Council meeting.
President Joe Biden has approved increased integration with allies on space activities and information sharing in response to growing space and counterspace threats.
The Department of Defense is coordinating an international partner working group for tactical satellite communications comprised of 12 partner nations.
The State Department and NASA are joining forces for a new initiative to advance Artemis Accords principles for the sustainable and safe exploration of space.
A new U.S. Envoy for Space will be named by the State Department in 2024 to help build connections with foreign researchers, raise public awareness of how important space science is to society and promote space education.