# ISS amid global conflict: A rare bastion of scientific collaboration

> International Space Station remains last cooperative space zone as global tensions rise.
- Title: ISS amid global conflict: A rare bastion of scientific…
- Summary: International Space Station remains last cooperative space zone as global tensions rise. The International Space Station continues as a rare collaboration…
- Keywords: international space station, iss, space station, geopolitical cooperation, east west collaboration, space rivalry, moon exploration, news, world, politics, global, conflict
- Source: France24 — https://france24.com/en/tv-shows/spotlight/20261013-iss-amid-global-conflict-a-rare-bastion-of-scientific-collaboration-between-the-east-and-west
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- Topics: international space station, iss, space station, geopolitical cooperation, east west collaboration, space rivalry, moon exploration, news, world, politics
## ISS as last cooperative space zone
The International Space Station remains one of the last bastions of cooperation between geopolitical adversaries.

> It's one of the rare collaboration spaces we still have today in a very conflictual era
## Researcher on ISS mission
François Picard welcomes Alban Guyomarc'h, Researcher in Space Geopolitics at Paris's École Normale Supérieure School of Higher Learning.
## ISS mission significance
Guyomarc'h describes the ISS as a historic bridge between East and West.
## Geopolitical implications
Guyomarc'h examines the emotional experience of returning from orbit and ISS's planned retirement.
## Moon exploration competition
Guyomarc'h analyzes intensifying competition to establish permanent lunar presence.
## Space infrastructure
Guyomarc'h highlights nuclear-powered lunar infrastructure and strategic space importance.
## Cooperation paradox
As humanity gains space exploration capabilities, political foundations of space cooperation appear fragile.
## Key takeaway

The International Space Station continues as a rare collaboration space between East and West despite global conflicts.