Space 2030: Space for the future, space for all

Abstract

To strengthen the contributions of space activities and tools in addressing global development challenges, building stronger partnerships, and bridging the space divide between developed and developing nations, the UN are developing a "Space2030" Agenda (UN, 2018b, pp.6-7). The agenda- setting process takes place at a time of rapid change in the space sector, with an increasing number of private actors entering the scene and major technological advances. Space2030 presents a unique opportunity to insert ideas into the discussion about the next ten years of space collaboration and, in particular, about how to advance the Sustainable Development Goals through the use of space science and technology. This report focuses in particular on the perspectives of the Economic South and their priorities for a vision for the next decade. It also provides practical examples which highlight how space technology and applications create environmental, economic, and social benefits for all and help to attain the goals of the international development agendas.