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4, 2009
A Safer Space Environment?
The space environment—and space technologies—have
evolved enormously since the adoption of the Outer Space Treaty
in 1967, and this rate of development shows no sign of slowing.
As technologies continue to advance, our dependence on space assets
will only increase. This reliance generates vulnerabilities and
there is growing awareness that space security is a critical issue
for all states—not just the established space powers. For
many, the Outer Space Treaty and subsequent agreements, indeed international
law as a whole, are no longer sufficient to address the potential
threats to space security of today and tomorrow.
This issue of Disarmament Forum explores
the possible components of a strengthened space security regime
and potential ways forward for the international community. Contributors
discuss a range of options, from efforts already being undertaken
within the private sector to ensure safe satellite manoeuvres to
the new draft European Code of Conduct on Outer Space Activities.
There are suggestions on approaches states could be taking to establish
a more secure space environment and on possible steps toward a treaty
on space security.
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