US Space Force Warns of China's Advanced Satellite Maneuvers
China's coordinated satellite 'dogfighting' displays narrowing the technological gap with the US, prompting calls for increased investment in space defense.
- The US Space Force observed five Chinese satellites performing synchronized maneuvers in 2024, described as 'dogfighting in space.'
- These advanced rendezvous and proximity operations (RPO) highlight China's growing orbital capabilities, raising concerns over potential military applications.
- US officials warn that the capability gap between the US and its adversaries, particularly China, has significantly narrowed in recent years.
- The Space Force is advocating for increased resources, training, and new technologies to maintain space superiority and counter emerging threats.
- Broader concerns include adversarial tools like anti-satellite weapons, grappling arms, and signal jammers, further accelerating the militarization of space.
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