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The Legal Architecture of Outer Space: Preparing for the Next Frontier of Governance

Outer space was once the preserve of superpowers. Now it's filling with commercial satellites, mining ventures, and military capabilities the Cold War architects never imagined. The 60-year-old Outer Space Treaty is creaking under the strain. From lunar mining rights to space debris cascades, we're facing governance gaps that could jeopardise the entire orbital environment. The question isn't whether space law needs updating - it's whether the international community can move fast enough to matter.

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