A proper space strategy agrees with the universal and overarching logic of strategy. Therefore, the concept of deterrence has applicability in the space domain. Space activities and policies are relevant for deterring conflict, as well as maintaining international peace and stability. Although deterrence has a legitimate role in future space strategy, it is not the panacea for preventing conflict, because history teaches that deterrence will at times fail due to miscalculation, uncertainty, or chance. This is also true for deterring acts of aggression in space.

    The views expressed in this article are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of Falcon Research, the George Washington University, Bryce Space and Technology, or the US government.


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    Title :

    Role of Space in Deterrence


    Contributors:

    Published in:

    Handbook of Space Security ; Chapter : 113 ; 111-126


    Publication date :

    2020-10-09


    Size :

    16 pages




    Type of media :

    Article/Chapter (Book)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English




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