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China now has a 'kill mesh' in orbit, Space Force vice chief says
- The U.S. Space Force is urged to enhance its capabilities as China and Russia develop on-orbit weaponry, creating a turning point in space security.
- Vice Chief of Space Operations Gen. Michael Guetlein emphasizes the need for a shift towards warfighting capability to defend satellites and space infrastructure effectively.
- Recent displays of orbital warfare by China and Russia, including ASAT tests and satellite maneuvers, highlight the need for Space Force to adapt and deter aggression.
- International norms in space are eroding as adversaries engage in aggressive behaviors like jamming, spoofing, and dazzling of satellites, risking safety and professionalism.
- The Space Force aims to maintain superiority in the face of advancing ISR technologies, particularly noting China's transition from a 'Kill Chain' to a 'Kill Mesh' network.
- Efforts to reinforce infrastructure, leverage commercial partnerships, and develop integrated defense systems like Golden Dome are crucial in countering adversarial threats in space.
- Gen. Guetlein warns that the capability gap in space technology between the U.S. and adversaries has significantly narrowed and requires a strategic shift to maintain U.S. advantage.
- Commercial space sector advancements have surpassed some Space Force capabilities, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and partnerships in enhancing space defense.
- The evolving operational environment in space calls for a proactive approach to address emerging threats and ensure the resilience of U.S. space capabilities.
- Space Force initiatives like Golden Dome aim to integrate diverse capabilities to create a more robust defense network to safeguard U.S. assets in space.
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