China has publicly criticized the design of NASA’s Artemis lunar lander, citing a critical vulnerability. The concern centers on the lander’s reliance on a single main engine for descent and landing. Chinese officials argue this single point of failure poses a significant risk to astronaut safety during the Artemis missions. They suggest a backup engine or redundant system is necessary to mitigate potential catastrophic consequences should the primary engine malfunction. This critique comes amid increasing space competition between the US and China, with both nations pursuing ambitious lunar exploration programs. NASA has not yet publicly responded to the specific concerns raised by China regarding the lander’s engine configuration. The Artemis program aims to return humans to the Moon by 2025.