US President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he chose to design the project and was appointed General Space Force, who will lead an ambitious program that will hamper threats from China and Russia.
A spokesman for China’s Foreign Ministry said when asked about the project at regular press conferences, it had “strongly offensive implications” and increased the risk of space militarization and the arms race, according to the Guardian.
“The United States is obsessed with seeking absolute security in itself when pursuing its “US First” policy. This violates the principle that the security of every country should not be compromised, but that it undermines global strategic balance and stability.
She urged Washington to abandon the development of the system as soon as possible and take action to raise confidence among the great powers.
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