I feel as though the faction vs faction element of the game should me more emphasised and dynamic rather than static. I believe this could be achieved by there being some material consequence to things like trade and mining. I have seen this topic (and similar ones) discussed by other players and agree with their sentiments and ideas. One of which is player controlled stations which are capable of being changed and modified. Availability of these changes and modifications may depend on your particular factions successes in the game. I posted this message to voice my support for their ideas.