The PPWT and Ongoing Challenges to Arms Control in Space.

The article presents the discussion on significant impact of China's 2007 antisatellite test, which created massive orbital debris and highlighted the urgent need for space arms control. Topics include challenges of establishing effective space arms control, the limitations of current treaties like the Treaty on Prevention of the Placement of Weapons in Outer Space; and ongoing efforts to manage antisatellite weapon proliferation and debris.