In the midst of the 1960s space race, the Outer Space Treaty was created as a global agreement to prevent nuclear conflicts from extending beyond Earth and to ensure the peaceful use of space. Today, modern space exploration involves commercial tourism, resource extraction, and new participants such as nation-states and private enterprises. Professor Frans von der Dunk, an expert in space law, examines the applicability of the Outer Space Treaty and customary international law to modern space activities. Key questions addressed include property rights over celestial and lunar natural resources and liability issues related to private operations in space.
Outer Space Treaty
Moon Agreement
Rescue Agreement
Liability Convention