China Urges US to Halt Space Military Expansion
Summary
China has urged the United States to stop expanding military activities in space after Washington acknowledged deploying weapons in orbit. Beijing warned the move could fuel a global space arms race and undermine strategic stability.
Key Points
- China said it opposes the militarization of space and warned the United States against expanding its military buildup in orbit.
- US Air Force Secretary Troy Meink said the US has space-controlled weapons in orbit, though he did not specify what they are.
- Global Times and Xinhua said the US move could intensify a space arms race and create a security dilemma.
- Chinese analysts warned other countries may respond if the US continues to deploy weapons in space.
