Japan launched its new space defence unit Monday to monitor and counter threats to the country's satellites.
The Space Operations Squadron, part of Japan's Air Self-Defence Force, starts with 20 members and is expected to grow to about 100 members once the unit is fully operational in 2023.
The launch of the new unit comes amid growing Japanese concern that China and Russia are seeking ways to interfere, disable or destroy satellites.
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