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Establishing a Sustainable and Ethically Considered Lunar Base

The planned Artemis IV mission to land human astronauts on the Moon's South Pole by 2028 raises questions about the implications of establishing a human presence on the Moon, particularly in relation to the Moon's status as a 'new frontier' and the absence of native populations. This situation presents challenges related to territorial claims, resource utilization, and the potential for conflict or cooperation among Earth-based nations. The establishment of a base camp on the Moon without native inhabitants to consider could set a precedent for future space exploration and development.

Futurism & Emerging Fields, Space Studies, Space Exploration & Development