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Outer Space Treaty

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This lecture covers the Outer Space Treaty of 1967, which establishes principles for the exploration and use of outer space, including the Moon. It outlines the prohibition of weapons of mass destruction in space, the peaceful use of celestial bodies, and the prevention of national appropriation of space resources. Additionally, it addresses the issue of space debris mitigation and the controversial Moon Treaty of 1979, focusing on the common heritage of mankind and the regulation of natural resource harvesting.

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