WASHINGTON, 03 December 2021, (TON): The National Space Council meeting chaired by Vice President Harris reaffirmed our national commitment to exploring and developing outer space in a sustainable, equitable, and peaceful manner.

The newly released Space Priorities Framework provides the American people and the international community with a clear understanding of the Administration’s views on the value of outer space exploration and underscores the need to bring the benefits of outer space to all humanity.

The Department of State looks forward to continuing fruitful dialogues with the commercial space industry, non-governmental organizations, and longstanding international space partners, as well as engaging new and emerging space nations.

Engage the international community to uphold and strengthen a rules-based international order for space, facilitate security and sustainability, and further explore and promote equitable access to the benefits of space for all.

Renew our commitment to using space-based assets to combat the climate crisis, nature loss, and ocean and plastic pollution.

Lead in the development and implementation of international standards, policies, and norms for spaceflight safety and global space traffic coordination.