BRICS backs peaceful space use, action against space debris and arms race

Source: The Tribune | Original Published At: 2026-09-13 15:48:41 UTC

Key Points

• BRICS countries backed greater cooperation in space technology and reaffirmed support for the peaceful use of outer space.
• The bloc called for stronger measures to mitigate space debris and prevent an arms race and weaponization of space.
• BRICS recognized the achievements of the BRICS Remote Sensing Satellite Constellation, which operates as a virtual constellation integrating existing satellites from member countries.
• The declaration stressed international cooperation in peaceful space exploration and reducing disparities in space capabilities among BRICS countries.
• BRICS welcomed progress toward amending the Remote Sensing Satellite Constellation Agreement to allow inclusion of new BRICS space agencies.
• An Indian space industry official said the declaration supports emerging space powers and highlights the need for shared action on orbital sustainability.