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China's Space Ambitions Threaten U.S. Dominance Globally

1/16/2026

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China's Belt and Road Initiative evolves toward space dominance by building satellite infrastructure across Africa and Latin America.
Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) warns of China's dual-use technology supporting civilian and military operations.
The United States has historically focused on warfighting, creating a gap China exploits.
Experts warn that China could become the preferred space partner for developing nations, reshaping the space economy and U.S. security interests.

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China's Belt and Road Initiative evolves toward space dominance by building satellite infrastructure across Africa and Latin America.
Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) warns of China's dual-use technology supporting civilian and military operations.
The United States has historically focused on warfighting, creating a gap China exploits.
Experts warn that China could become the preferred space partner for developing nations, reshaping the space economy and U.S. security interests.