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CCP Inc. in Argentina: China’s International Space Industry Engagement

This “CCP Inc.” case study analyzes how an ecosystem of Chinese state, commercial, diplomatic, and military actors facilitated cooperation between China and Argentina in the space sector, resulting in years of partnerships across key space technologies. 

Report by Samantha Lu , Briana Boland , and Lily McElwee — January 24, 2023

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Spaceports of the World

With the rate of space launches projected to grow exponentially in the coming years, spaceports will become increasingly important to the global space industry. Which countries and private companies operate the world's most active spaceports?

Report by Thomas G. Roberts — March 13, 2019

The 2019 Missile Defense Review: What's Next?

On February 1, the CSIS Missile Defense Project is pleased to host Under Secretary of Defense for Policy John C. Rood to discuss the review and the Department's likely next steps. Additional speakers may be added.

Event by Tom Karako , David J. Trachtenberg , and Lt. Gen. Samuel Greaves — February 1, 2019

The 2019 Missile Defense Review: What's Next?

The Business of Software Innovation

The speakers will discuss business models through which the U.S. government and industry can work together in developing software for national security capabilities.

Event by Andrew Philip Hunter , Jeff Boleng , Brett Lambert , and Beth McGrath — January 29, 2019

The Business of Software Innovation

Fly Me to the Moon

In three out of four areas of space activity, the United States maintains an advantage in any “race.” It is only in manned flight, with its political symbolism, that China is a competitor and may surpass us, writes CSIS senior vice president James A. Lewis.

Commentary by James Andrew Lewis — January 3, 2019

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What Can 24 Satellites Do for U.S. Missile Defense?

Despite some missile defense advocates' claims that 24 satellites could form the basis of a boost-phase space-based missile interceptor (SBI) system, many physicists do not agree, as Thomas Roberts from the CSIS Aerospace Security Project writes in a new brief. 

Brief by Thomas G. Roberts — October 18, 2018

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The United States' Role in Space Situational Awareness

The CSIS Aerospace Security Project has invited you to a panel discussion on current issues affecting Space Situational Awareness (SSA).

Event by Kaitlyn Johnson , Bhavya Lal , Victoria Samson , and Audrey Schaffer — October 10, 2018

The United States' Role in Space Situational Awareness

Chinese Strategy, Military Forces, and Economics

China’s actions, and its rapid emergence as a major regional military power, has led the U.S. to focus its military and strategic planning on China as one of two critical threats. 

Report by Anthony H. Cordesman — September 19, 2018

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Securing Space: A Discussion on the U.S. Space Force

The Center for Strategic and International Studies has hosted a discussion on President Trump's newly announced Space Force proposal. 

Event by John J. Hamre , Sean O’Keefe , Robert Work , Gen Robert Kehler (USAF Ret.) , and Letitia Long — September 10, 2018

Securing Space: A Discussion on the U.S. Space Force

Space for Cooperation?

The U.S. and Russia still have incentives to continue working together, including mutual financial benefits, interdependence of space industries, and the fulfillment of existing agreements.

Blog Post — August 21, 2018

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