Outer space governance

Outer space governance refers to the set of rules and agreements that regulate activities beyond Earth to ensure responsible use and prevent conflicts. Key principles include preventing harmful interference, avoiding contamination, and ensuring space benefits all humanity. The main framework is the 1967 Outer Space Treaty, which establishes that space is not owned by any country and must be used peacefully. Countries collaborate through international organizations like the United Nations to create guidelines, manage space debris, and promote sustainable exploration, balancing progress with safety and stewardship of the shared natural environment beyond our planet.