BEIJING, Apr. 19 -- "China's space policy is clear. We are committed to peaceful utilization of space," said Chinese Defense Spokesperson Senior Colonel Wu Qian at a press briefing on Friday.
When being asked to introduce what tasks the Aerospace Force will undertake and whether this implies any changes to China's space policy, the spokesperson said that space is a shared asset of humanity, and space security provides strategic assurance for national and social development.
"Building the Aerospace Force is of great significance to strengthening the capacity to safely enter, exit and openly use space, enhancing crisis management and the efficacy of comprehensive governance in space and promoting peaceful utilization of space," said the spokesperson, adding that China is committed to peaceful utilization of space and stands ready to work with all countries with the same commitment to strengthen exchanges, deepen cooperation and contribute to lasting peace and common security in space.
