CSET’s Sam Bresnick shared his insights in an op-ed published in Breaking Defense. In the piece, he delves into China’s significant advancements in space resilience, particularly in the realm of tactically responsive space launch (TRSL), which involves quickly replacing satellites in orbit due to conflict or accidents. While the US has expressed interest in expediting space launches, China appears to have surged ahead in this area.

Bresnick draws upon his recent CSET report titled “Defending the Ultimate High Ground,” co-authored with Corey Crowell. The report analyzes China’s space resilience efforts and identifies areas where the United States may need to invest to keep pace.

Read the full op-ed in Breaking Defense.