Today’s space race could turn fatal if we don’t agree on new rules

Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen emphasized the mission of the Artemis II to the Moon as “for all humanity” in a politically charged race similar to the 20th-century space race.
The modern race to the Moon involves multiple countries and private companies to access resources like water and helium-3, which provides strategic advantages.
Critical satellite connectivity, essential for everyday activities such as weather forecasting and banking, makes reliance on space technology a major issue as military interest in space rises.
Current space governance mechanisms, like the 1967 Outer Space Treaty, are challenged by the complexities of modern international relationships.
The 1967 Outer Space Treaty functions as a constitutional framework for space but requires updated legal regulations and broad international participation to remain effective.
There are multi-initiatives to address space governance challenges, combining state, private, and non-state actors. These include UN-led, minilateral groups, and non-binding agreements like the Artemis Accords.
The future of space governance relies on developing a sense of “space citizenship,” where individuals and civil societies actively participate to prevent space debris and war, ensuring accessible space for current and future generations.

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