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international-colonization
The expansion of Mars colonies to include people from countries previously unrepresented, highlighting geopolitical inclusivity and competition.
1 chapter across 1 book
Red Mars (1992)Kim Stanley Robinson
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During a rover trip, the characters receive news that UNOMA has approved and funded three new colonies, each with 500 people from countries not represented in the initial group, signaling an expansion of the Mars colonization effort. Additionally, the General Assembly has approved a terraforming package that includes releasing genetically engineered microorganisms to alter the Martian surface. Arkady's laughter reflects a mix of irony and resignation about the political and social dynamics unfolding.