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

The moon matters NASA chief concerned China may deny access to parts of South Pole “If you come up short with who comes down the ladder first, the impact is felt around the world.”

15 NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman speaks during a ceremony honoring Artemis II crew members at NASA's Johnson Space Center. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman speaks during a ceremony honoring Artemis II crew members at NASA's Johnson Space Center. Text settings Story text Size Small Standard Large Width * Standard Wide Links Standard Orange * Subscribers only Learn more Minimize to nav Last month, China delayed the launch of an ambitious robotic mission to the South Pole of the Moon, Chang’e 7, until early next year. The country did not provide a detailed explanation for the schedule slip, but it was welcomed by NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman.