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China's Moon Mining Plans Threaten U.S. Space Dominance

5/27/2025

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Retired Air Force General Steven Kwast has raised alarms about China's potential helium-3 mining on the moon, a move that could significantly boost its position in the space race. With plans for a lunar nuclear plant and a permanent base by 2030, the U.S. must act swiftly to strengthen its space strategy or risk falling behind.

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Retired Air Force General Steven Kwast has raised alarms about China's potential helium-3 mining on the moon, a move that could significantly boost its position in the space race. With plans for a lunar nuclear plant and a permanent base by 2030, the U.S. must act swiftly to strengthen its space strategy or risk falling behind.