New Zealand's commercial rocket industry expands with a Canterbury launch site, prompting calls for updated space laws.

New Zealand's commercial rocket industry is booming with a new potential launch site in Canterbury, boosting the national economy and competitiveness. However, rapid space industry growth highlights the need for updated national and international space laws to address the growing military-industrial use of space. The establishment of a National Space Agency and a minister for space in 2016 is a step towards addressing these challenges.

July 05, 2024
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