Space Law: The Present and the Future
Lecture by Professor, Doctor of Law Valentyn Halunko
On March 5, 2025, a unique lecture on the topic “Space Law: The Present and the Future” was delivered by the renowned scholar, Professor, Doctor of Law Valentyn Halunko.
The modern world is changing rapidly, and the development of space technologies opens up limitless opportunities for humanity. However, along with new prospects, legal challenges arise that require careful analysis and appropriate legal regulation. These pressing issues were the focus of Professor Halunko’s lecture.
Key Topics of the Lecture
During his lecture, Professor Halunko addressed the most pressing aspects of modern space law:
The evolution of space law: from science fiction to international treaties and national space laws.
The role of private business in the space sector: how commercial companies are changing the rules and demanding new legislative solutions.
Legal aspects of space exploration: who has the right to celestial resources, how space tourism should be regulated, and what to do about space debris.
Security and weapons in space: should we expect space wars, and how can international law prevent them?
The future of international space law: what changes are needed to harmonize legislation in space activities.
Professor Halunko emphasized that space law is lagging behind technological progress, and the current regulatory framework, based on mid-20th-century documents, requires a significant overhaul.
Who is Professor Valentyn Halunko?
– Doctor of Law, Professor, a specialist in administrative law, intellectual property, and public law disciplines.
– Co-founder of the Research Institute of Maritime and Space Law.
– Author of numerous scientific works dedicated to the legal aspects of space exploration and maritime law.
– One of the leading researchers in space law, actively engaged in analyzing international space regulations and adapting them to contemporary realities.
His publications and lectures generate significant interest among lawyers, academics, and representatives of the space industry. Thanks to his efforts, legal aspects of space activities are becoming accessible not only to a narrow circle of experts but also to a wider audience.
Why is this Lecture Important?
The world is on the brink of a new era of space exploration, and the legal framework governing this sphere will determine the safe development of the space industry.
Professor Halunko’s lecture once again highlighted that space is not only a scientific and technological challenge but also a legal issue that demands urgent resolution.
Space is humanity’s future, and for it to be just and safe, a well-defined legal framework is essential.
We extend our gratitude to Professor Valentyn Halunko for his invaluable insights and engaging discussion!
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