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Arstechnica

NASA chief concerned China may deny access to parts of South Pole

NASA chief concerned China may deny access to parts of South Pole

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NASA's chief has voiced concern that China could deny access to parts of the lunar South Pole. The remark points to worries over who reaches the surface first, with Arstechnica noting the impact of such an outcome would be felt around the world.

"If you come up short with who comes down the ladder first, the impact is felt around the world."

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