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Wanted: 3 asteroid watchers for China's 'planetary defense force'


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Published in Science and Technology on Tuesday, February 18th 2025 at 19:42 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • China is recruiting for a planetary defense force amid growing global focus on the risk of asteroids colliding with Earth.

China is actively recruiting for its planetary defense initiative, aiming to bolster its capabilities in asteroid monitoring and defense. The country is seeking three "asteroid watchers" to join its efforts in tracking and potentially deflecting near-Earth objects (NEOs) that could pose a threat to Earth. This recruitment drive is part of a broader strategy to enhance China's space security, focusing on the development of technologies for asteroid detection, tracking, and mitigation. The initiative underscores China's growing interest in space security and its commitment to contributing to global efforts in planetary defense against potential asteroid impacts.

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