No radiation detected from rocket debris

PUTRAJAYA: There was no radiation or radioactive elements detected on the two objects suspected to be debris of China’s rocket found in Sarawak recently, says the Science, Technology and Innovation Ministry.

The ministry said the matter was confirmed by a team that carried out further investigations into two objects found in Kampung Nyalau, Bintulu and Kampung Sepupok Lama, Niah, Miri in Sarawak on Monday.

“Based on the measurements and the results of the initial investigation, it was found that the first suspected object of around 13cm in size did not emit any radiation and no radioactive elements were detected on the object.

“Similar results were obtained from the measurements and results of the preliminary investigation on the second object in Niah, Miri,” the ministry said in a statement.

In this regard, it said the two objects suspected to be Chinese rocket debris are safe for further investigations and analysis.

The ministry in collaboration with the Chemistry Department will carry out a detailed investigation on the two objects to confirm whether they are related to the re-entry of China’s Long March 5B rocket.

The results of the investigation and analysis will be disclosed and appropriate action will be considered in accordance with Act 834 (Malaysian Space Board Act 2022) and international treaties related to space under the management of the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs. — Bernama