Document Type

Policy Briefs

Publication/Presentation Date

4-23-2026

Abstract/Description

This policy brief analyzes China’s growing competition with the United States in the commercial space sector. China’s state-owned enterprises are expanding their influence in space development, challenging U.S. leadership. The brief proposes reforming NASA’s acquisition and bidding policies while strengthening U.S.-Japan cooperation to enhance joint space capabilities and preserve strategic influence.

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