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2010.
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| Summary/Abstract |
The threats to space systems posed by hostile states and non-state actors are evolving. Vulnerabilities span the national security, civil, and commercial space communities. The weaknesses have been studied, and adversaries to the United States and its allies have noted the asymmetric advantages space capabilities provide. They see the tremendous leverage that can be obtained by disrupting them. These adversaries are becoming much more diverse, sophisticated, and technologically competent; they are equipped and able to disrupt access to space capabilities. Defending space systems demands new tools as deterring or eliminating these evolving threats will be difficult. Risk posed by an increasingly dangerous space environment must also be addressed. As it has done for decades, the United States enjoys a unique position in which it can shape the direction of global space activities. With this position comes great responsibility-to forge behaviors to mitigate space debris, deter armed conflict, and enhance the peace, security, and prosperity of spacefaring nations and the rest of the world. A space assurance strategy involving deterrence and defense, global engagement, situational awareness, and responsive infrastructure presents the best opportunity to collectively defend, protect, and secure the high frontier.
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