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, defence and air/space attaches, and leaders of international space agencies 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.

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