2022 Global Counterspace Capabilities Report
About This Report
The Secure World Foundation’s 2022 Global Counterspace Capabilities Executive Summary evaluates the evolving landscape of threats to space systems, driven by geopolitical tensions and increased military reliance on space. This open-source report analyzes a spectrum of counterspace technologies—ranging from kinetic and non-kinetic weapons to cyber tools and electronic warfare—used or tested by major spacefaring nations. It emphasizes that although outright physical attacks remain rare, space systems are increasingly vulnerable to interference, disruption, and surveillance by state actors.
The 2022 edition highlights developments in co-orbital testing by Russia and China, increased electronic warfare activity in conflict zones, and the growing use of commercial satellites for military purposes. It also outlines how the blurred lines between civil, commercial, and military assets complicate deterrence and response strategies. The report reinforces the importance of building transparency, developing international norms, and encouraging responsible behavior to ensure long-term sustainability and security in space.
Executive Summaries
