Victoria Samson to Speak at US-China Commission Hearing on Space Security

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Victoria Samson, Secure World Foundation's Chief Director of Space Security and Stability, will share her expertise at an upcoming panel of the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission. The panel, titled "Space as a Contested Domain: Expansion of China’s Military and Commercial Space Activities," is scheduled for April 3, 2025, and is part of the hearing "The Rocket’s Red Glare: China’s Ambitions to Dominate Space."

In her upcoming testimony, Samson will delve into the complexities of China’s evolving space capabilities and its implications for global space diplomacy. She will highlight strategic approaches necessary for the United States to secure its space interests while promoting a framework for cooperative stability in outer space. Her insights will emphasize the significance of international legal frameworks and responsible conduct in space operations.

The panel will also feature insights from experts such as Brien Alkire of RAND and Dave Cavossa of the Commercial Space Federation, providing a comprehensive discussion on the impact of China's space activities. For those interested in detailed analysis and forward-looking recommendations, Samson’s testimony will be a crucial contribution to understanding the dynamics at play.

Secure World Foundation continues to lead thoughtful discussions on space security, advocating for the sustainable and peaceful use of outer space. For updates and access to live streaming of the panel discussion, visit the event page. To read Victoria Samson's detailed testimony, click here.