US forces in Korea launched a new space force contingent on Wednesday as allies step up efforts to counter North Korea’s growing nuclear and missile threats.
US Space Force Korea is the second overseas space component of the US Space Force and track, detect and track missilesIn addition to strengthening the overall space capability of the armed forces. It will be led by Lieutenant Colonel Joshua McCullion.
General Paul LaCamera, Commander of U.S. Forces Korea, said the unit will enhance the U.S. capabilities to maintain peace and security on the Korean peninsula and Northeast Asia.
“The US military is faster, better connected and more knowledgeable,” LaCamera said at the ceremony at Osan Air Base in Pyeongtaek, South Korea. said.
Seoul and Washington are seeking to increase security cooperation to deter North Korea, which this year is testing intercontinental ballistic missiles capable of reaching the American mainland.
source: Noticias
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