China calls for outer space governance and opposes weaponisation
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China released an official space governance document warning against an arms race beyond Earth.
China has released a position paper on space governance during the Global Governance Forum near Beijing, opposing the weaponisation of outer space. Foreign Minister Wang Yi also advocated for enhanced regulations in deep sea and polar regions. The framework aims to secure equal rights for all nations beyond Earth.
- The forumWang Yi made the remarks at the opening of the Global Governance Forum in Xiongan.
- The positionThe released document stresses the prevention of an arms race in orbit.
Why it matters
As nations increasingly compete in orbital technology, deep sea exploration and polar access, establishing international rules for these global commons becomes vital for preventing geopolitical conflict and ensuring equitable sharing of resources.
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- South China Morning PostChina warns against space arms race, urges equal rights for all in outer space1h ago · open ↗
- The Straits TimesChina opposes arms race in space, official document shows2h ago · open ↗
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