The Space Force's annual Schriever Wargames are set to play a pivotal role in shaping a framework for enhanced information sharing among allies regarding sensitive space capabilities. As the service's chief operations officer, Lt. Gen. DeAnna Burt, highlighted, this year's wargame will facilitate discussions on classified programs with coalition partners, including the UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. The introduction of a special access cell will allow for the exchange of information on Special Access Programs (SAPs), addressing long-standing barriers that have hindered collaboration in the space domain. The challenge lies in overcoming the secrecy that has historically characterized the Pentagon's approach to space, which complicates integration with allied forces and commercial entities.
The implications of these wargames extend beyond immediate operational concepts; they signal a shift in the Pentagon's approach to classification policies. Following a significant rewrite of its space classification policy, the Space Force is actively reviewing its security designations to facilitate better collaboration. Burt emphasized the necessity of normalizing discussions on future capabilities with allies to enhance force design and operational effectiveness. By integrating a special access cell into the wargames, the Space Force aims to foster a culture of transparency that could ultimately strengthen alliances and improve strategic outcomes in an increasingly contested space environment.
