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This article in the ICoC mentions that the Subscribing States,
particularly those with relevant space capabilities and with
programmes for the exploration and use of outer space, are
encouraged to contribute to promoting and fostering international
cooperation in outer space activities, giving particular attention to the
benefit and interest of developing countries. Micro-nano satellite
programmes at universities create a platform to develop space
technology in developing countries through educational scholarships
and joint education programmes by states that have the relevant
space capabilities. It is also important for ICoC to give priorities to
encourage the educational sector to spread awareness about the
importance of the responsibility of states to take all appropriate
measures, including the development of policies and laws, in order to
prevent outer space from becoming an arena of conflict.
3) Following the international spacecraft manufacturing standards issued
by international organisations or by space agencies is crucial for
improving the quality of satellites, which can help minimise the risk
of collision, the creation of space debris, harmful radio frequency
interference, among other issues. It is also important to emphasise
the importance of getting international manufacturing standard
certificates for university satellites before sending them into space.
4) Students should be encourage to developed their small satellites with
end of-life de-orbit and orbital life time reduction capabilities, or even
design a small satellite with the aim of active debris removal. More
research opportunities and funding should be provided in this regard
in order to guarantee the sustainable use of circumterrestrial space.
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