Preface

This master’s thesis was written during my time as a research assistant at the Scandinavian Institute of Maritime Law. Apart from some linguistic and other minor adjustments, it is published as it was submitted at the University of Oslo on June 3, 2024.

Natural resources in outer space as a legal topic is among the more esoteric. A special thanks to my supervisor, Professor Alla Pozdnakova, is warranted. Your proficient and inspiring guidance has been invaluable. I would also like to express my gratitude for the opportunity to be a part of the intellectually stimulating and considerate environment of the institute. The encouragement and support I experienced when engaging in the unusual and complex field of space law has humbled me. I wish to thank my colleagues, and especially fellow research assistants, for a great year.

Thanks also to my brothers Aleksander and Henrik for your insights, feedback and help through this process. And lastly, thank you, my dear Idun, for your ever-caring support.

Oslo, October 9, 2024

Nicolai Dypvik Myklebust