How diplomatic efforts ensure the peaceful, secure, and sustainable use of space

Tuesday 11 March 2025

North Gallery Room 16

12:00 – 14:00

This is a closed door event and participation is by invitation only.

In an era of increasing space activity and geopolitical tensions, this roundtable will convene ambassadors, high commissioners, and economic counsellors to address the critical role of diplomacy in maintaining a peaceful, secure, and sustainable space environment.

Key discussion points will include:

• Enhancing international cooperation: Exploring strategies to foster collaboration among nations to tackle shared challenges such as space debris management and space traffic coordination.
• Promoting responsible behaviour: Discussing the importance of transparency and confidence-building measures to ensure responsible actions by all space actors.
• Addressing security concerns: Examining diplomatic efforts to prevent the weaponization of space and protect space assets from potential threats.
• Sustainable space practices: Highlighting the need for sustainable exploration and utilization of space resources, and how diplomatic channels can facilitate the sharing of best practices.
• Engaging stakeholders: Considering ways to involve both public and private sectors in promoting the benefits of peaceful and sustainable space activities.