Planning for the possibility is a purpose of this plan should our civilian leadership decide that the application of force from space is in our national interest. Space power will be instrumental in getting the right military capability to the right forces, at the right time. Space forces must integrate with all our fighting forces-from the Joint Task Force's headquarters down to warfighters in the land, sea, and air components. This operational concept results from the explosive growth of commercial and international space capabilities. GP can improve stability, offer mutual advantages to all partners and increase flexibility for the United States.
Partnerships make possible shared costs, shared risks, and increased opportunities.
As we move onto the 21 st Century, space forces will continue to provide support from space, but will also begin to conduct space operations.