Russia's state space corporation Roscosmos says it is considering building a nuclear power plant on the Moon around 2033 jointly with China.
The head of Roscosmos disclosed the proposal on Tuesday.
A US think tank, the Institute for the Study of War, called the intention odd.
The institute pointed out, "Russia and China are deepening their strategic space cooperation, including cooperation on satellite surveillance and space exploration."
It also said the Roscosmos chief's comment indicates that the two countries want to "posture against and possibly threaten the West" by fostering a long-term strategic partnership.
The head of Roscosmos disclosed the proposal on Tuesday.
A US think tank, the Institute for the Study of War, called the intention odd.
The institute pointed out, "Russia and China are deepening their strategic space cooperation, including cooperation on satellite surveillance and space exploration."
It also said the Roscosmos chief's comment indicates that the two countries want to "posture against and possibly threaten the West" by fostering a long-term strategic partnership.
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Russia's space corporation Roscosmos is considering constructing a nuclear power plant on the Moon by 2033, potentially in collaboration with China. This proposal was revealed by the head of Roscosmos on Tuesday. The United States' Institute for the Study of War finds this move unusual, suggesting
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Date: March 6, 2024
Created: 2024/03/07 06:30
Updated: 2025/12/08 16:48
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