Proposal for a United Nations Basic Space Technology Initiative
W. R. Balogh, H. J. Haubold

TL;DR
This paper proposes the UNBSTI, an initiative to promote basic space technology development and capacity building among member states, aiming to enhance sustainable use and applications of space technology worldwide.
Contribution
It introduces the UNBSTI, a new program designed to support capacity building in basic space technology for developing countries.
Findings
Supports capacity building in space technology
Enhances sustainable development through space applications
Fosters international cooperation in space technology
Abstract
The United Nations Programme on Space Applications, implemented by the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs, promotes the benefits of space-based solutions for sustainable economic and social development. The Programme assists Member States of the United Nations to establish indigenous capacities for the use of space technology and its applications. In the past the Programme has primarily been focusing on the use of space applications and on basic space science activities. However, in recent years there has been a strong interest in a growing number of space-using countries to build space technology capacities, for example, the ability to develop and operate small satellites. In reaction to this development, the United Nations in cooperation with the International Academy of Astronautics has been organizing annual workshops on small satellites in the service of developing…
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Taxonomy
TopicsSpace exploration and regulation · Spacecraft Design and Technology
