
Who owns the moon? AC Grayling on the question that could start war on Earth
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Space Race and International Regulations
Exploring the historical context of the space race during the Cold War, the chapter details the competition between the Soviet Union and the United States, leading to significant missions like Yuri Gagarin's and the moon landing goal. It also delves into the need for regulations in space activities, discussing the 1967 outer space treaty and the current legal vacuum with various state and private actors involved in space exploration, emphasizing the necessity for a comprehensive international agreement.
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