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- The report proposes a multi-layered governance model aimed at boosting transparency, minimizing regulatory fragmentation and strengthening trust among international partners
RIYADH: The Center for Space Futures has published its first specialized report, part of a series of studies that explore how international governance models can be applied to reinforce and evolve the legal framework governing outer space.
鈥淭he Future of Space Law鈥� explores the model of international civil aviation governance, built on the legal framework of the Chicago Convention and the International Civil Aviation Organization, to draw out principles and mechanisms that could be adapted and applied to the regulation of space activities.
It underlines both the similarities and differences between the aviation and space sectors, presenting a roadmap aimed at achieving a more harmonious, inclusive and future-oriented governance.
The center鈥檚 executive director, Mishaal Ashemimry, stressed that the report鈥檚 publication marked a pivotal step toward shaping a modern legal framework for outer space. She said building on the proven success of civil aviation governance would help establish a safe and sustainable space environment, encourage innovation, and broaden the engagement of both governments and the private sector in driving growth within the global space economy.
The report proposes a multi-layered governance model aimed at boosting transparency, minimizing regulatory fragmentation and strengthening trust among international partners. It recommends practical steps to help policymakers, researchers and investors craft forward-looking legislation that keeps pace with technological progress and fosters international cooperation.
The study was prepared in collaboration with leading space experts and international partners, reaffirming the center鈥檚 role as a global hub for dialogue and a catalyst for developing forward-looking solutions in the field of space policy.
The center, established through a partnership between the Saudi Space Agency and the World Economic Forum, is the first specialized space center within the WEF鈥檚 network of Fourth Industrial Revolution Centers. It serves as an international platform for shaping progressive space policies, driving technological innovation and strengthening cross-sector collaboration, ultimately contributing to the growth and sustainability of the global space economy.