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Published : 21 May 2025, 02:59 PM
China is "seriously concerned" about the US Golden Dome missile defence shield project and has urged Washington to abandon its development, a foreign ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday.
US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he had selected a design for the $175 billion project and named a Space Force general to lead the ambitious programme, which is aimed at blocking threats from China and Russia.
Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning, when asked about the project at a regular press conference, said it carries "strong offensive implications" and increases the risks of the militarisation of outer space and a potential arms race.
"The United States, in pursuing a 'US-first' policy, is obsessed with seeking absolute security for itself. This violates the principle that the security of all countries should not be compromised and undermines global strategic balance and stability. China is seriously concerned about this," Mao said.
She urged Washington to abandon the system’s development as soon as possible and to take steps to enhance trust among major powers.
