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The article highlights the necessity to modernise US space-based nuclear command, control, and communications (NC3) systems in response to evolving geopolitical and technical threats. This is critical to maintain nuclear deterrence, stability, and secure communications under adversarial challenges.

Summary

  • Modernisation of NC3 systems is underway.
  • Geopolitical threats from China and Russia are rising.
  • Cybersecurity vulnerabilities need addressing.
  • Bureaucratic challenges hinder NC3 system upgrades.
  • The US must prioritise nuclear surety in space systems.
READ: Modernizing space-based nuclear command, control, and communications

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