7.2% China defense budget increase to CNY1.66554 trillion includes significant space program investments for PLA's Strategic Support Force.
China's defence budget increase of 7.2% to CNY1.66554 trillion includes significant investments in its space programme, with the People's Liberation Army (PLA) being the key force behind it. The Strategic Support Force of the PLA is responsible for military space operations. Last year, China broke its record for space launches, with 67 rockets putting 207 satellites into orbit, many for military or dual-use purposes. The country now has around 245 military satellites in orbit.
March 19, 2024
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