Malazyn Libert, a researcher at the Defense, Security, and Justice group at RAND Europe, in his recent studies addresses the topic of the increasing militarization of space and emphasizes that this phenomenon cannot be understood merely by determining whether a satellite is military, civilian, or 'weaponized.' He argues that this militarization does not eliminate the need for cooperation among countries.
Conflict and Dependency in the Security Space
Libert points out that the new security order in space is defined by unusual tensions. While countries are increasingly prepared for competition and potentially war in space, they remain dependent on each other to keep space usable. This structural dependency can lead to the formation of a complex equation where military rivalries coexist with the need for cooperation in civilian areas.
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The Future Outlook of Space
According to Libert's analysis, the future outlook of space is heavily influenced by this contradiction. Countries must seek ways to cooperate in civilian areas, even as military rivalries increase. He emphasizes that this requires the establishment of new mechanisms for managing international relations in the security space. For this reason, raising awareness of this issue at a global level seems essential.
Libert also notes that civilian systems can easily be redesigned for military purposes. This reality empowers various countries to seek to expand their influence in space; however, this trend can lead to the emergence of new tensions that must be carefully managed.
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