Space agencies gather in Milan to discuss lunar exploration and future of ISS

Space agencies are meeting in Milan for the International Astronautical Congress, focusing on lunar exploration and the future of the International Space Station. The U.S. and China are key players, while Russia is absent due to geopolitical tensions. NASA is seeking private partners to replace the aging ISS by 2030, as it invests heavily in its Artemis moon program. The U.S. and China are competing to land humans on the moon this decade, influencing smaller space agencies. Italy is advancing its space industry with new legislation and a significant investment of 7.3 billion euros by 2026. European companies are under pressure from private competitors like SpaceX, prompting discussions about collaboration among major satellite manufacturers.