DOI: 10.5553/IISL/2022065001003

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From Chuquicamata to Nereus: A Contribution of Chilean Legislation to International Laws on Space Mining

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    Since space exploration became a tangible reality to humankind, we have been able to launch space objects to the outermost atmospheric layers of Earth, and beyond. At this point, it is only natural that humans are driven to break the next frontier and seek other space activities such as space mining. In this context, countries like Chile, due to its geographical advantages, have positioned themselves as leading experts in mining, constantly searching for innovation, resolving challenges and becoming forefront leaders in this sector. Therefore, the purpose of this paper is to analyze the potential of Chilean legislation to contribute to international laws on space mining. From Chuquicamata, the largest copper open pit mine in the world, Chile and other nations will be able to test, develop, export and expand on mining technology from Earth to space, in a legal framework made from and for developing and developed nations.

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