Since the progress in space exploration and exploitation, space law plays a fundamental role in the contemporary world. Recent advances in space science and technology represent new opportunities and benefits that impact our daily lives, but at the same time, critical issues arise related to the ownership of resources in space, space debris management, regulation of commercial activities, sustainability and prevention of military conflicts, among others.

The study of space law is crucial to address emerging legal and ethical challenges in space and to ensure that space activities are developed in a safe, sustainable, responsible manner and for the benefit of all humankind.