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The main aim of planetary defense is to keep Earth safe from any possible asteroid collision which is an essential component of space exploration. The particular issue of liability can be raised by conducting such missions while the existing international legal framework lacks any such treaty, laws, rules, or regulations regarding liability from planetary defense missions. This paper analyses the legal consequences of planetary defense missions while emphasizing the necessity for a comprehensive liability framework to address risks related to such missions. The analysis begins with examination of current treaties specifically the Outer Space Treaty of 1967 and the Liability Convention to assess their applicability to planetary defense missions. As these frameworks offer some guidance but they inadequately address various issues related to the possibility of collateral damage and asteroid deflection technologies.
International cooperation is necessary to manage liability effectively because of the global nature of planetary defense. Taking into account spacefaring nations and international organizations such as the UN can coordinate efforts to control risk and assure shared responsibility. The role of international collaboration in liability management is examined in this study. Furthermore, it argues that strengthening international cooperation is important to both the fair and equitable distribution of liability and to the success of planetary defense missions.
Private space companies are the center of growing concern in planetary defense such as SpaceX and Blue Origin, it's just two of them. The question of liability for damages caused by the activities of private space entities become very important because of the increasing engagement of private space entities in space missions. The legal and regulatory issues related to private space sector participation in planetary defense are discussed in this paper. While promoting clear liability that outline the obligation of both private and government entities.
The study concludes by proposing legal reforms in order to adjust current space law to the needs of planetary defense. In order to make sure that clear and comprehensive liability rules and regulations are in place. It promotes the development of an international protocol that addresses liability, particularly for planetary defense missions. This study aimed to contribute to the creation of a more comprehensive legal framework for planetary defense by pointing out weaknesses in the existing legal framework and providing practical solutions. it will defend Earth from asteroid threats because it will enable safe, responsible, and cooperative international efforts.