Transnational Accountability for Space Debris as a Precursor to Maintaining Peace in Outer Space

Authors

• Bella Alonzo, Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law

Abstract

Beginning with the Space Age in the 1950s, space exploration has accelerated exponentially as humans on Earth are continuously drawn to the mystery and opportunity that lies in outer space. The United States (“U.S.”) and the Soviet Union led the charge in space discovery throughout the “Space Race,” and once other countries saw the value in developing the technology to utilize space as a resource, multiple nations followed suit. While the U.S. and Russia retain the most dominant presence in outer space, other global superpowers like China, India, and Japan have exhibited competitive capabilities.

Recommended Citation

Bella Alonzo, Comment, Transnational Accountability for Space Debris as a Precursor to Maintaining Peace in Outer Space, ILRA Student Forum (2025)