International Co-operation
After the success of China's crewed space launch, a Chinese official expressed interest in joining the International Space Station program. In 2010 ESA Director-General Jean-Jacques Dordain stated his agency was ready to propose to the other 4 partners that China, India and South Korea be invited to join the ISS partnership. China has indicated a willingness to cooperate further with other countries on manned exploration.
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