Commentary
A discussion on the space race 75 years ago would highlight a series of achievements and competitions ping-ponging between the United States and the Soviet Union. In a 2025 post-cold war era, because of a series of post-soviet economic and political transitions and challenges, Russia no longer remains the sole major player alongside the United States—China has exploded onto the scene. This continued competition carries consequences of technological advancement, national security, economic supremacy, and the very balance of global power in the 21st century.
