Xu Qiliang, the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force Commander, gestures during an interview with Xinhua. (Xinhuanet Photo)From The Financial Times:
China’s air force chief has called military competition in space “inevitable”, a departure from Beijing’s past insistence that it is not pursuing space programmes for military purposes.
The remarks by General Xu Qiliang, head of the People’s Liberation Army air force, published in several state media, are a reminder of another area of potential future rivalry between the US and China. In addition, they indicate increased competition within China's military.
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More News On China's Space Program And The Role Of The Military
U.S. Eyes "Intent" of China's Space Programs -- ABC News
US eyes China's rapid advancements in space -- AP
China's military making strides in space: US general -- AFP
China chief says space arms inevitable: state media -- AFP
China aims to put weapons in space -- Malaysian Insider
China air force talks space supremacy -- Press TV
China to develop space military capabilities -- The Hindu
China To Develop New Air Force Wing 'to Face Challenges Of Militarization In Space And Air' -- RTT News
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