The head of the state corporation Roscosmos, Dmitry Bakanov, announced the upcoming implementation of a number of large-scale space projects, including the construction of the first Russian nuclear power plant on the Moon and the launch of new missions to explore Venus. The statement was made on Russia Day and was accompanied by a brief overview of the strategic directions for the development of the Russian space program.
According to Bakanov, the lunar nuclear installation will become a key element of infrastructure for future manned bases. Energy autonomy is considered a priority in ensuring long-term crew stay on the lunar surface. The construction of the power plant is among the long-term goals aimed at creating a permanent presence of Russia on the Earth's natural satellite.
In parallel, the agency plans scientific expeditions to Venus. The head of Roscosmos recalled that it was the Soviet automatic station "Venera-7" in 1970 that successfully landed on the surface of the planet for the first time in the world. The new program involves the launch of updated research modules capable of operating in the extreme conditions of a dense atmosphere and high temperatures on Venus.
Among the priorities of Roscosmos are also named:
- construction of a new Russian orbital station to replace the ISS;
- expanding the satellite constellation to provide broadband internet access;
- modernization of the GLONASS navigation system;
- improvement of rocket and space technology.
Dmitry Bakanov stressed that the implementation of the tasks set requires a cross-sectoral approach, a high level of scientific and technical cooperation and significant engineering solutions. The official presentation did not specify the project implementation dates.
