China has applied to launch 200,000 satellites, but what are they for?

New ScientistWednesday, January 14, 2026 at 2:00:58 PM
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China has applied to launch 200,000 satellites, but what are they for?
  • China has submitted an application to the International Telecommunications Union to launch 200,000 satellites, potentially establishing the largest satellite mega constellation ever constructed. This ambitious plan raises questions about the intended purposes of such a vast network of satellites.
  • The implications of this development are significant, as it may enhance China's capabilities in telecommunications, surveillance, and data collection, while also raising concerns among other nations regarding space traffic management and geopolitical dynamics in space.
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