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India’s upcoming mission to Mars is a chance to best Russia and China
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India is preparing to launch its Mangalayaan Mars mission, marking a significant milestone in the nation's space exploration capabilities. The mission is viewed as a strategic move to demonstrate technological parity with regional rivals Russia and China.
Why it matters
Space exploration is increasingly used as a tool for geopolitical soft power and regional prestige.
If all goes according to plan, on Nov. 5 India will celebrate a successful liftoff of its first Mars-bound space mission, the Mangalayaan, or Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM).
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