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Recently, the U.S. government announced plans to build the first elements of a permanent lunar outpost by 2030. This initiative aims to ensure a sustained American presence on the Moon, not just for exploration purposes but as a foothold for humanity’s next giant leap toward Mars. The plan isn’t about fleeting visits; it's about creating a long-term base that could serve as a central hub for scientific research, resource extraction, and future space missions.