Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
Explore the geopolitical and strategic dimensions of the renewed race to the Moon in this compelling panel from the 2025 Humans to the Moon and Mars Summit (H2M2), held at George Washington University in Washington, D.C. Experts delve into the implications of lunar exploration competition between the United States and China, discussing national security, international collaboration, and the future of space policy.
Panel Overview:
Titled "How Big a Priority Should Beating China Back to the Moon Be?", this session brings together leading voices in space policy and security to evaluate the stakes of lunar leadership and the broader impact on global space exploration initiatives.
Panelists:
Kara Cunzeman – Director of Strategic Foresight, The Aerospace Corporation
Moderator guiding the discussion on strategic planning and foresight in space exploration.
Dr. Scott Pace – Director, Space Policy Institute, The George Washington University
Provides insights into U.S. space policy and international space governance.
Todd Harrison – Senior Fellow, American Enterprise Institute
Analyzes defense budget implications and the role of space in national security.
Dr. Namrata Goswami – Professor of Space Security, Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies
*Discusses China's space ambitions and the strategic considerations for the U.S.
Key Topics:
The strategic importance of lunar exploration in U.S.-China relations.
Implications of China's lunar missions for global space leadership.
Policy recommendations for maintaining U.S. competitiveness in space.
The role of international partnerships and agreements in lunar exploration.
Additional Resources:
Explore Mars Summit Details: exploremars.org/summit
Full Summit Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL...
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Twitter: @ExploreMars
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LinkedIn: Explore Mars Inc.
#USChinaSpaceRace #LunarExploration #SpacePolicy #H2M2 #ExploreMars #NationalSecurity #SpaceLeadership
Explore the geopolitical and strategic dimensions of the renewed race to the Moon in this compelling panel from the 2025 Humans to the Moon and Mars Summit (H2M2), held at George Washington University in Washington, D.C. Experts delve into the implications of lunar exploration competition between the United States and China, discussing national security, international collaboration, and the future of space policy.
Panel Overview:
Titled "How Big a Priority Should Beating China Back to the Moon Be?", this session brings together leading voices in space policy and security to evaluate the stakes of lunar leadership and the broader impact on global space exploration initiatives.
Panelists:
Kara Cunzeman – Director of Strategic Foresight, The Aerospace Corporation
Moderator guiding the discussion on strategic planning and foresight in space exploration.
Dr. Scott Pace – Director, Space Policy Institute, The George Washington University
Provides insights into U.S. space policy and international space governance.
Todd Harrison – Senior Fellow, American Enterprise Institute
Analyzes defense budget implications and the role of space in national security.
Dr. Namrata Goswami – Professor of Space Security, Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies
*Discusses China's space ambitions and the strategic considerations for the U.S.
Key Topics:
The strategic importance of lunar exploration in U.S.-China relations.
Implications of China's lunar missions for global space leadership.
Policy recommendations for maintaining U.S. competitiveness in space.
The role of international partnerships and agreements in lunar exploration.
Additional Resources:
Explore Mars Summit Details: exploremars.org/summit
Full Summit Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL...
Stay Connected:
Subscribe for more insights from leading space policy experts.
Follow us on social media:
Twitter: @ExploreMars
Facebook: Explore Mars
Instagram: @exploremars
LinkedIn: Explore Mars Inc.
#USChinaSpaceRace #LunarExploration #SpacePolicy #H2M2 #ExploreMars #NationalSecurity #SpaceLeadership
