Germany is shifting its space security policy, with Defense Minister Boris Pistorius announcing plans to invest heavily in countering threats from Russia and China. Citing Russian spacecraft tracking German military satellites, Germany aims to develop "offensive capabilities" in orbit. The country will invest 35 billion euros by 2030 in satellite constellations, ground stations, and advanced tracking systems. This move signifies Germany's commitment to greater defense responsibility in space, bolstering its role in NATO and the EU.

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