China lands on moon's far side for sample-retrieval mission

China successfully landed an uncrewed spacecraft on the moon's far side, aiming to retrieve 2 kg of rock and soil samples. The Chang'e-6 mission marks China's second landing on the far side and elevates its space power status. The samples will provide insights into the moon's history and the solar system's formation. China plans its first astronaut landing around 2030. NASA's Artemis program aims for a crewed moon landing by late 2026.