BEIJING – China has urged the United States to stop expanding military build-up in outer space, and uphold global strategic stability with concrete actions.

Guo Jiakun, spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry, made the remarks at a regular press briefing on Tuesday in response to the US confirmation that it has weapons deployed in space.

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Guo added that China stands for the peaceful use of outer space and keeping it safe, and opposes any arms race in outer space or any attempt to weaponize it and turn it into a war zone.