China has unveiled a new spacesuit as part of its ambitious plan to land astronauts on the moon by 2030. The red-and-white suit, revealed by the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA), is designed to withstand the moon’s extreme conditions, including severe temperature swings, radiation, and lunar dust, while allowing astronauts the flexibility needed to perform tasks on the surface.
The suit comes equipped with long- and short-range cameras, an operations console, and a glare-proof helmet visor. In a state media video, Chinese astronauts demonstrated how the suit enables mobility, such as bending and climbing ladders—critical functions for lunar exploration.
The unveiling has attracted international attention, with SpaceX CEO Elon Musk commenting on social media, contrasting China’s rapid space progress with what he described as U.S. regulatory delays.
China’s new spacesuit is a significant step in its efforts to establish itself as a major player in space exploration. The country plans its first crewed moon landing by 2030 and aims to set up an international lunar research station at the moon’s south pole by 2040. This development aligns with China’s recent string of lunar missions, including the successful return of samples from the far side of the moon earlier this year.
