Militarization of Space

This page is designed as a project for a New International Agenda course at the University of Toronto at Scarborough. The subject of analysis is militarization of space. Definition of Space Militarization Definition of States, Capable of Militarizing Space Government involvement in space development Economical condition of a capable state Level of technological advancement Advanced Military Defense System Missile Defense System Tangibility of Satellites Information Warfare v Traditional Approach Intelligence International Law Space Law Security Threats Political Reasons Influence and prestige Global reach Public support Economical Factors Maintenance cost Investment in future Redirection of spending Advantages Global reach Nice to have Perhaps, improves intelligence capabilities? Disadvantages Promotes warfare (technology favours offence) Encourages arms race Costly to maintain

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