Interesting Engineering is a cutting edge, leading community designed for all lovers of engineering, technology and science.
Get a daily digest of the latest news in tech, science, and technology, delivered right to your mailbox. Subscribe now.
The Chinese contractor, CGWIC, had initially courted Indonesia with enticing offers, including cheap financing, promises of broad support for its space ambitions, and the geopolitical influence of Beijing.capitalized on the opportunity to showcase its launch reliability, cost-effective reusable rockets, and the personal relationship Musk fostered with Indonesian President Joko Widodo.
The global space industry is witnessing fierce competition for dominance, with the satellite market alone valued at $281 billion in 2022. China, having launched a record 67 rockets last year, is a formidable player, with the majority handled by CGWIC. U.S. military officials raise concerns about China's intentions in space, alleging espionage and an increase in military capabilities. In response, China dismisses these claims as a smear, accusing the U.S. of using such concerns to expand its influence in space.
Norge Siste Nytt, Norge Overskrifter
Similar News:Du kan også lese nyheter som ligner på denne som vi har samlet inn fra andre nyhetskilder.
Elon Musk moves SpaceX to Texas after Delaware revoked his Tesla salary packageSpaceX CEO Elon Musk announced that the company completed the conversion of its state of incorporation from Delaware to Texas after a Delaware court struck down his Tesla pay package.
Les mer »
Elon Musk Ignites Bullish Sentiment in Community as Bitcoin Tops $50,000Tech magnate Elon Musk faces bullish crypto sentiment in comments to his recent tweet
Les mer »
Gina Carano Sues Disney Over 'Mandalorian' Firing on Elon Musk FundingGina Carano is suing Disney over her firing from 'The Mandalorian' -- claiming she was punished for not toeing the political party line ... and Elon Musk's backing her.
Les mer »
Bitcoin and Elon Musk Have This Stunning Thing In Common: VanEck's Top ExecVanEck's digital asset advisor pointed out big similarity between Bitcoin and companies that belong to or are run by Elon Musk
Les mer »
Elon Musk says Neuralink implanted wireless brain chipThe company intends for such chips to eventually help tackle complex medical conditions.
Les mer »
Elon Musk is wrong to say Joe Biden is recruiting immigrants to create a Democratic majorityDays before senators unveiled a immigration bill aimed at slowing illegal immigration, Elon Musk riffed on a common myth
Les mer »