Advantages of non-legal methods of dispute settlements in international space law

The idealistic picture of space activities has spent the era that the most powerful states were the only space faring entities. Before concluding space treaties, they believed that any conflict between them can be solved through negotiation and diplomacy in a prejudicial phase. The space sector nowadays has changed substantially. It has expanded in number and type of actors involved and even in the volume and variety of activities. Space programs have been undergoing a rapid Shift from government oriented activities to commercial ventures, since direct participation of private sector has grown fast and space tourism which was a dream and fantasy once upon a time is becoming a reality. This paper by using descriptive method of research is about to analyze the space treaties for non-legal methods of peaceful settlement of disputes that may arise to safeguard international peace and security which is the ultimate goal of United Nation.

Keywords:

International Space Law , consultation , negotiation , inquiry , mediation , conciliation , Claims Commission (CC)