Israel's Approach towards Space Security and Sustainability

In the last forty years, Israel developed an indigenous space capability to launch, develop, operate, and maintain satellites in two main niche areas: Earth observation and communications, including the ground segment of communications satellites. Israel’s space program was born out of acute national security needs. However, it has led to the growth of commercial activity. In recent years, Israel has expanded its cooperation with international partners and established a civilian space policy backed by modest government funding. Space activities are contributing significant and cross-cutting benefits to Israel’s national security. Within this context, Israel considers international space security, safety and sustainability to be of importance.