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While the shifting schedule has caused some uncertainties, SpaceX's committed approach ensures that they are focused on achieving success—elements that Blue Origin must also maintain as both companies vie for dominance in the competitive launch market.
China’s Lunar Ambitions
On the international stage, China is ambitious with its lunar explorations, planning a mission aimed at planting its flag on the moon's South Pole by 2026. This endeavor, known as the Chong 7 Mission, not only seeks to investigate the lunar surface for water ice but also lays the groundwork for future manned missions and the development of a permanent lunar base.