UN calls for stronger international cooperation and coordination in space
Aarti Holla-Maini, director of the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs, has called for stronger international cooperation in space exploration and closer coordination to prevent satellite collisions and the creation of new space debris.
Speaking on the sidelines of the 77th International Astronautical Congress in Antalya, she highlighted China's role in international space cooperation and described the country as an important partner of UNOOSA.
She said cooperation includes the use of Chinese satellite data for disaster response and capacity-building programs. During a recent disaster in Nepal, more than 100 Chinese datasets were transferred within a few days to support relief efforts.
Holla-Maini also highlighted China's donation to UNOOSA of a lunar sample collected from the far side of the Moon by the Chang'e-6 mission, calling it an example of scientific sharing and multilateral cooperation.
Commenting on China's plan to send a Pakistani astronaut to the Tiangong space station, she said such programs can expand access to space for developing countries and provide examples for other nations.
She identified space traffic coordination as one of the main priorities for future international governance. With growing numbers of satellites in orbit, countries need stronger communication and information-sharing mechanisms to reduce collision risks.
According to CCTV+, the United Nations sees international coordination, data sharing and broader access to space technologies as important elements of safe and sustainable space development.
