"China Acknowledges Moon Race with US Amid Lunar Ambitions"

China has officially declared the United States as a competitor in the race to explore and utilize lunar resources, marking a significant shift in its space policy. The China National Space Administration (CNSA) plans to establish a lunar base by 2045, complete with power plants, factories, and research institutions, aiming to lead in deep space exploration. This move comes as the US faces challenges with its Artemis program and private lunar missions, highlighting a new era of competition reminiscent of the Cold War space race.