Скачать или смотреть Thiago S. Dias - Ethical Considerations of Space Militarization and Weaponization

The militarization of outer space has been a contentious issue for many years, as it
raises questions about ethics, international cooperation, and the prevention of
weapon proliferation beyond our planet. While some argue that space should remain
free from military activities, others emphasize the importance of responsible space
militarization for the security and defense of nations. One of the main reasons for this
difference in opinion is the historical accounts of post-World War II, where the
development of long-range ballistic missiles for warfare marked the beginning of the
space sector, we know today. Thereafter, various global treaties have been mutually
agreed upon by the majority of the nations, which have led to the setting up of
various global institutions for ensuring cooperative and peaceful use of space.
However, still lingering around the corner is the question, of what ethical aspects
should humanity as a whole consider, if someday the space environment happens to
be used for warfare or is populated with weapons of mass destruction! While it's a
no-brainer for one to predict the consequences, weaponization of outer space would
pose a serious challenge concerning space exploration. Therefore the perspective
article would aim to explore the ethical aspects of uses of militarization in outer
space and discuss strategies to avoid the proliferation of weapons in orbit, with a
special focus on principles of consequentialism.