China reveals plan to map the entire surface of Mars by 2028 amid race with US
- Posted on September 29, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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China is advancing its space exploration ambitions with a groundbreaking initiative to create a comprehensive geological map of Mars by 2028. This unprecedented project will leverage artificial intelligence to generate detailed surface mapping, positioning itself as the definitive planetary standard. The Tianwen-3 mission represents a significant milestone in the intensifying competition between major space-faring nations, showcasing China's technological progress in planetary science and autonomous mapping systems.
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