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      "date": "2007-04-23",
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      "title": "China\u2019s Anti-Satellite Weapon Test",
      "summary": "On January 11, 2007, the People\u2019s Republic of China (PRC) conducted its first successful direct-ascent anti-satellite (ASAT) weapons test in destroying one of its own satellites in space. The test raised international concerns about more space debris. Longer-term, the test raised questions about China\u2019s capability and intention to attack U.S. satellites. The purpose of this CRS Report, based on open sources and interviews, is to discuss that ASAT test by China\u2019s military, the People\u2019s Liberation Army (PLA), and issues about U.S. assessments and policies. This report will not be updated.",
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