Committee Description

Humanity stands at a turning point in its relationship with space. Established in 1958, the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) promotes international cooperation in space exploration, ensuring that space and its resources benefit all of humankind. UNOOSA carries the vital responsibility of creating frameworks that can guide sustainable economic development and protect humanity’s shared future.

What was once led mostly by governments is now shared with private companies, opening both opportunities and challenges. Thousands of satellites orbit Earth, and missions to the Moon, Mars, and even distant asteroids are becoming more common. As activity in space increases, so do important questions on who owns what, who is responsible for what happens there, and how space can be used fairly and safely.

At the same time, the possibility of utilizing resources and discoveries from beyond Earth is becoming increasingly real. Resources from asteroids and the Moon could revolutionize economies and technologies, but they also present challenges related to fairness, sustainability, and equitable shared benefits. These developments raise important questions about how space should be used and managed. 

This committee invites delegates to create frameworks that align with humanity’s ambitions. These solutions made here can influence who benefits from space and define our shared future beyond Earth.