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INChina warns at a United Nations meeting that Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite network poses serious safety and security risks in space, citing collisions and other dangers from rapid constellation growth.
China says satellites from the SpaceX network have had near-misses with the Chinese space station and could threaten orbital safety if not regulated.
Beijing also claims some satellite internet services may ignore national airspace and space laws and could be misused for military reconnaissance or by criminals and terrorists.
The Chinese representative urges stronger international rules and oversight for global satellite constellations to prevent accidents and misuse.
China has banned Starlink services inside its territory and penalized foreign vessels in its waters for using Starlink terminals.
Critics of Starlink’s risks include concerns about crowded low Earth orbit and dual-use capabilities that could affect global security.
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