"Escalating Space Race Threatens Global Conflict"

AC Grayling warns that the commercial space race for lunar resources could lead to conflict and war, as private companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin invest in lunar missions. The 1967 Outer Space Treaty, which prohibits military use of the Moon, is outdated and inadequate for regulating commercial activities. Grayling draws parallels to the Scramble for Africa, highlighting the potential for destabilization and conflict. He calls for a new, robust treaty to prevent exploitation and manage competition in space, emphasizing the need for cooperation and restraint in the pursuit of lunar resources.