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China Urges Regulation on SpaceX's Starlink Amid Safety Concerns

1/2/2026

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China's representative at the United Nations Security Council warned of safety and security risks from rapid growth of internet satellite constellations, SpaceX's Starlink.
The Chinese delegation cited near collisions with the Chinese space station and a satellite disintegration.
The statement criticized countries for ignoring airspace laws and using satellites for military purposes.
The remarks noted a Starlink executive's claim of a near miss with a Chinese satellite and urged regulation.

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China's representative at the United Nations Security Council warned of safety and security risks from rapid growth of internet satellite constellations, SpaceX's Starlink.
The Chinese delegation cited near collisions with the Chinese space station and a satellite disintegration.
The statement criticized countries for ignoring airspace laws and using satellites for military purposes.
The remarks noted a Starlink executive's claim of a near miss with a Chinese satellite and urged regulation.