Japan launches new unit for defense in outer space named Space Operations Squadron

Japan launches new unit for defense in outer space named Space Operations Squadron

Japan launches new unit for defense in outer space named Space Operations Squadron

  • Japan launched a new space defense unit that will monitor and counter threats to the satellites of Japan. 
  • The unit is named Space Operations Squadron and is a part of Japan’s Air Self-Defense Force. It has started will 20 members and will become fully operational by the year 2023.
  • The role of Space Operations Squadron is to monitor and protect Japanese satellites from enemy attacks or space debris.

Source: Business Standard

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