Publication
Dec 2006
This paper outlines developments in the military use of space, primarily through satellite technologies. The paper offers a brief overview of UK, EU and international activities in space, particularly the use of satellites for military surveillance, navigation, intelligence and telecommunications. It also highlights concerns over the vulnerability of satellites to accidental damage and hostile acts.
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Series | UK Parliament POST Publications |
Issue | 273 |
Publisher | UK Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology (POST) |
Copyright | © 2006 Parliamentary Copyright |