Author : Erik Seedhouse
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Release : 2010-04-06
ISBN-13 : 1441908803
Page : 256 pages
Rating : 4.5/5 from 803 voters
The world’s most populous nation views space as an asset, not only from a technological and commercial perspective but also from a political one. The repercussions of this ideology already extend far beyond Washington. China vs. the United States explores future Chinese aspirations in space and the implications of a looming space race. Dr. Seedhouse provides background information on the fifteen-year history of the China National Space Administration and its long list of accomplishments. Sino-U.S. technological and commercial interests in space are discussed, including their interest in encouraging a potential space race. The national security objectives of the U.S. and China are also examined.