Japan to continue space station project until 2024

Japan announced Tuesday it intends to remain part of the U.S.-led International Space Station project when it is extended until 2024, hoping to strengthen its alliance with the United States as China advances into space. Prime Minister Shinzo Abe announced for the first time Japan's planned participation in the four-year extension proposed by the United States. Of the 15 countries participating in the ISS, Russia and Canada have already expressed intent to remain in the project, while European members have yet to decide. More

(Source: Kyodo News - Dec 9)