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China plans a six‑module expansion of its Tiangong space station, boosting total mass to about 198 tons with a multifunctional extension to the Tianhe core, docking interfaces and upgraded propulsion/robotics. The move would widen international participation (Pakistan, Hong Kong, Macau) and position Tiangong as a global orbital laboratory as the ISS retires around 2030.
Senegal has joined the NASA-led Artemis Accords, becoming the 56th member, marking a significant step in its space diplomacy and development, and aligning with international standards for peaceful space exploration. This move highlights Africa's increasing engagement in global space governance and Senegal's ambition to build its own space capabilities.
Senegal has signed the Artemis Accords during a NASA-hosted ceremony, becoming the 56th signatory, which emphasizes responsible and peaceful space exploration and strengthens international cooperation in space activities.
The International Space Station (ISS) faces a potential decommissioning plan by NASA to crash it into the Antarctic seas by 2030, but space experts like Madhu Thangavelu and former space agency leaders advocate for its preservation. They propose transforming the ISS into a floating museum at a higher orbit, utilizing SpaceX technology to extend its life. This initiative aims to maintain the ISS as a symbol of international cooperation and space diplomacy, while also exploring alternative strategies for NASA's lunar missions.