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Modernizing Outer Space Law: Private Actors & Moon Agreement Reform

Five core U.S. space treaties set foundational rules but now lag behind private-sector ventures and evolving missions. Key fixes: explicitly cover nongovernmental actors across all treaties and renegotiate the Moon Agreement to secure broader international buy-in.

· By Mathew Lewallen · 7 min read

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Updated on Jul 18, 2025