The expanding public and private access to space blurs the line between exploration and exploitation, requiring international governance to ensure equitable benefits and preservation of these global commons in space and on Earth. How can multilateral actors anticipate opportunities and risks for people, planet and society and unlock the full potential of space exploration?
Takeaway Messages
“Space debris and congestion is the most immediate challenge for governance
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“Private, non-state actors have become far more significant: one company, SpaceX, owns half of all functioning satellites
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“We must respect the investments of commercial space pioneers while ensuring that we don’t see a “gold rush” that drives inequality
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“Space provides a narrative of inspiration
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