Insights

Briefings for readers entering space governance debates.

Short, plain-English explainers that connect CGI research to live policy questions.

Explainer

What is outer space governance?

An introduction to the rules, institutions, and policy processes that shape activity beyond Earth.

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Explainer

What are gaps in the Outer Space Treaty?

A guide to treaty ambiguity, implementation gaps, and why not every gap is a legal vacuum.

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Why lunar governance matters before settlement

Why early rules, safety practices, and administrative choices matter before permanent activity expands.

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