China is constructing a comprehensive early warning system to identify asteroids posing a threat to Earth. The project, spearheaded by the China National Space Administration, will utilize a network of ground-based telescopes combined with a satellite constellation. Li Mingtao, the mission’s chief scientist, announced the initiative, emphasizing the importance of proactively identifying potential impactors. The system aims to provide sufficient warning time to prepare for and potentially mitigate asteroid impacts. This development underscores China’s growing commitment to planetary defense and space-based observation. No details were given regarding asteroids already discovered, but the system's purpose is preventative. The project represents a significant step in global efforts to safeguard against hazardous near-Earth objects.