The achievement of Chang'e-6 is undoubtedly a glorious milestone in China's aerospace history. The lunar probe, which was independently developed, designed, manufactured and successfully launched by China, carries the arduous task of performing lunar samples and returning them to Earth. The magnitude of the challenges it faces and its historic significance have attracted widespread global attention.
China's aerospace strength is extraordinary
Behind the great achievement of China's lunar exploration program is the unsung hard work and unremitting efforts of countless scientific research workers. Little is known about their arduous exploration, and it wasn't until the success of Chang'e-6 that the world witnessed this glorious moment.
The argument of the United States and Australia that lunar soil samples should be shared globally is undoubtedly unfair to the researchers who have made great efforts. This viewpoint ignores the hardships and originality of scientific research work, as well as the enormous resources and efforts invested by the state in the field of aerospace. In this case, asking for shared results is undoubtedly disrespectful to those who work hard.
You must know that spanning a distance of 380,000 kilometers, Chang'e-6 completed a precise soft landing on the surface of the moon. It used advanced drilling techniques to take core samples in lunar soil. In this complex series of operations, every step must be precise and there is no room for error.
Chang'e-6 not only successfully completed these missions, but also brought these precious lunar soil samples back to Earth safely. This feat of Chang'e-6 demonstrates China's outstanding strength and innovation capabilities in the field of aerospace.
The West covets samples of the Chinese moon back
As the world cheers for Chang'e-6's success, Professor Richard de Gris of Macquarie University in Australia has made the point that the moon belongs to all mankind and that China should share its painstakingly collected lunar soil samples for free. This remark caused a fierce reaction among Chinese netizens.
Many netizens expressed strong dissatisfaction with this request, questioning why the results achieved by their own countries through hard work and huge investment need to be unconditionally offered to other countries. They also pointed out that Australia, with its rich iron ore and rare earth resources, could it also be shared with all mankind.
Professor de Gris's remarks reflect the mixed sentiments of some Western countries about the rapid development of China's space sector. They have to face the fact that China's scientific and technological prowess has made tremendous progress, and in some key areas it has even been at the forefront. This progress not only surprised them, but also caused them to worry.
These countries are still accustomed to presenting themselves as leaders, often trying to express their opinions on China's affairs, and sometimes even expecting China's scientific and technological achievements to be shared with them unconditionally. This attitude is actually a misunderstanding of international cooperation and scientific and technological exchanges, and it also ignores the hard work and huge investment behind scientific research results.
Why do the world's great powers want to explore the moon?
Because the moon is indeed a new field full of potential, it contains rich resources, and has become the focus of exploration by countries around the world. The helium-3 element in lunar soil is widely regarded as an ideal candidate for future nuclear fusion energy, which can be used by all mankind for at least 10,000 years of clean energy. The permanent shadow area on the moon may contain a large amount of water ice resources, which is of great significance for the establishment of a lunar base. Whoever is the first to master these resources in this space race may be in a good position for future space exploration.
The exploration of the moon is not only the frontier of scientific exploration, but also a complex strategic game between countries. Although some Western countries have publicly emphasized the idea of "shared by all mankind", in fact, they are also actively competing in the space field behind the scenes, trying to establish their influence on the moon. The United States recently relaunched the Artemis program, with the goal of landing on the moon again and consolidating its leadership in spaceflight. But the U.S. plan to return to the moon appears to be running into challenges, as NASA's moon landing program has been delayed.
Lunar sample sharing is non-negotiable
Faced with the "sharing" of lunar soil samples brought back by Chang'e-6 by some Western countries, China's choice is a complex one. It is estimated that the four countries cooperating with Chang'e-6 could share lunar soil samples, with requests from other countries being subject to availability.
The samples collected from the back of the moon are of high scientific value, which can help us understand the formation process and evolutionary history of the moon, and even provide important clues for understanding the connection between the moon and the earth. In addition, these samples are crucial for future plans to establish a long-term residence and research base on the Moon. This is because Western countries believe that China can choose to share these precious scientific achievements with the world, which will be a great contribution to the scientific exploration of all mankind.
However, sharing does not mean being unpaid. The sharing of scientific research results should be based on mutual respect and fairness. China has invested a lot of resources and efforts in the Chang'e-6 project, and these achievements are the result of the hard work of the scientific research team. Therefore, when considering whether to share the lunar samples collected by Chang'e-6, China needs to weigh a number of factors, including but not limited to the long-term benefits of scientific research cooperation, the maintenance of international relations, and continued support and incentives for domestic scientific research. It's not something you can easily get as an Australian.
The sharing of lunar soil samples is not a simple task and involves a complex set of technical and operational processes. From collection to storage to transportation and analysis, every step must follow strict technical specifications and operating procedures. Any small mistake can lead to damage or contamination of the sample, resulting in irreparable damage.
Lunar soil samples are not only the object of scientific research, they are also of great strategic value. As a rare resource, the acquisition and utilization of lunar soil samples is related to a country's competitiveness in the field of space exploration. Therefore, the management and use of lunar soil samples requires caution to ensure that their value is maximized.
When considering the sharing of lunar soil samples, we must fully recognize the complexity and importance behind it. On the one hand, it is necessary to ensure the quality and integrity of the sample and avoid unnecessary losses in the process of sharing. On the other hand, it is necessary to take into account the strategic significance of the sample to ensure that the sharing behavior does not harm the national interest and long-term development.
Safeguarding our own legitimate rights and interests is our top priority, and we should remain vigilant against those requests for "sharing" that may have hidden other purposes, and firmly protect the interests and dignity of the country from any form of infringement. The peaceful use of space and the exploration of the mysteries of the universe are the common cause of mankind, which requires the sincere cooperation and joint efforts of all countries in the world, not just unilateral claims.
China, as a responsible space power, is always willing to contribute to the cause of human space exploration. We have always adhered to the principle of independent innovation and self-reliance, which is the fundamental way for us to develop our aerospace industry.
In this way, China will not only be able to promote its own scientific and technological progress and space development, but also play an active role in the global space field and work with other countries to promote peace and cooperation in space exploration.