U.S. Defense Report: China Working on Anti-Satellite Systems

Published: Jul 27, 2005
Source: www.space.com



A recently issued report by the U.S. Office of the Secretary of Defense has cast an eye on China’s growing space capability.

The annual report -- The Military Power of the People’s Republic of China 2005 – flatly claims that China is developing and intends to field anti-satellite (ASAT) systems.

In assessing China’s overall military prowess, the U.S. Defense report stresses that China is "facing a strategic crossroads." Noting that China’s emergence has significant implications for the region and the world, the Defense Department assessment stresses that "questions remain" about choices that China’s leaders will make regarding its military might as that country’s power and influence grow.continue..