U.S. seeks norms for outer space after 'irresponsible' Russia test

2/12/2021 7:32

        U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris on Wednesday criticized an "irresponsible" Russian test that endangered the International Space Station with debris, and
        the Biden administration laid out a new strategy for responsible use of space.
        
        Harris convened the inaugural meeting of the National Space Council and asked members of the government body to promote responsible civil, commercial and national security-related behavior in space, where there are growing commercial interests and concerns about Chinese and Russian competition.
        
        "Without clear norms for the responsible use of space we stand the real risk of threats to our national and global security," Harris said.
        
        She said Russia's "irresponsible act" of testing anti-satellite technology last month created debris that endangered the International Space Station (ISS).