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This is stated in an article by researchers from the National University of Defense Technology of China, published in the specialized journal High Power Laser and Particle Beams, which is referenced by the South China Morning Post. It publicly reveals some characteristics of China's arsenal of such weapons for the first time. According to the authors, the systems are capable of delivering pulses of up to 100 gigawatts. The scientists claim that the technologies have progressed in recent years "from laboratory prototypes to practical applications," and the developments have become more productive and durable. According to the researchers' estimates, the cost of using such systems may be significantly lower compared to traditional means of destroying space targets. The authors also note that the publication may help other countries assess the vulnerability of large satellite constellations to high-power microwave weapons. In recent years, China has been actively developing this direction as part of "significant national strategic needs." As reported by **bb.lv**, China and Russia are secretly strengthening military cooperation and discussing countermeasures against the Starlink system. Correspondents from Russia, France, and Germany claim that the actual scale of military cooperation between Moscow and Beijing is much larger than commonly believed. It is claimed that their main goal is to find ways to break the military advantage of the United States, and the partnership itself is built on a common anti-American approach. Russia and China are forming a military partnership in which Russia contributes experience gained during the war in Ukraine, while China supplies electronics, semiconductors, and equipment. According to Der Spiegel, Russian developments may be used by China in a potential conflict over Taiwan, while Chinese developments may be used by Russia on the Ukrainian front. They are also discussing countering Starlink, which they consider a serious threat, including the destruction of satellites. China is exploring the possible impact of the American satellite system in the event of a conflict with Taiwan.