China Fires Back at US Accusations of ‘Dogfighting’ Satellites in Low Earth Orbit
China has responded strongly to recent accusations from the US regarding the testing of ‘dogfighting’ satellites in low Earth orbit. In a report from China’s state-run Global Times, the US allegations were dismissed as a ploy driven by budget concerns to maintain dominance in the space sector. Beijing emphasized that their space program is dedicated to peaceful purposes and advancing human space technology.
The US Space Force recently claimed to have observed five objects in space maneuvering in a coordinated manner, which they referred to as ‘dogfighting’. General Michael Guetlein of the USSF stated that these maneuvers were a show of military capabilities, part of a broader effort by the US to deter aggression and maintain an advantage in space.
In response, China accused the US of hyping up threats from China and Russia in order to secure more military funding. They argued that the US’s narrative was aimed at justifying higher military spending and maintaining dominance in space.
The tension between the two countries escalated following the launch of Chinese Shiyan satellites in 2022. Western military officials have claimed that these satellites are being used to test military capabilities, including grappling with satellites of rival nations in space.
Overall, the back-and-forth between the US and China regarding space activities underscores the growing competition and strategic importance of space exploration and technology in the modern world.
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