The document discusses emerging commercial space markets and how developing them can help meet societal needs. It argues that a balanced portfolio of pro-growth policies can encourage commercial space markets, enhancing prosperity, security and quality of life. Examples of emerging markets that could meet needs include earth-to-orbit transportation, lunar communications and resources, on-orbit services, and space-based solar power. International cooperation on legal frameworks and resources could help develop these markets.

2. It’s not about space . It’s about society .