The article discusses the growing militarization of space, citing the establishment of space forces by major powers like Russia, China, and the United States. It highlights the increasing competition and the development of anti-satellite (ASAT) weapons as major concerns.
The United Nations' attempts to address these concerns through resolutions promoting responsible behavior and preventing an arms race in outer space (PAROS) are mentioned. Resolution No. A/RES/75/36 (2020) and Document No. A/C.1/76/L.52 (2021) are cited as key initiatives.
The article implicitly emphasizes the need for Indonesia, given its growing space activities, to engage in space diplomacy to ensure peaceful and beneficial use of outer space for all nations. The challenges faced by Indonesia in navigating this complex geopolitical landscape are implied but not explicitly detailed.
A key concern raised is the risk of ASAT weapon testing leading to space debris and potential collisions with active satellites, threatening existing space infrastructure and operations.