NEO-PG blog

Planetary Defence 2025: Global Policies to Rescue the Earth from Asteroids By 2025, planetary defence against Near-Earth Objects (NEOs) has evolved into a global priority. NASA’s updated strategy emphasises detection, mitigation, and international collaboration, supported by missions like NEO Surveyor (2027). ESA’s Hera (2024) and Flyeye Telescope will enhance deflection research and early warnings, while the UN declares 2029 the "International Year of Planetary Defence" ahead of asteroid Apophis’s close flyby. Global coordination via IAWN and SMPAG strengthens threat response, but legal frameworks lag behind technological advances. With observatories, simulations, and cross-agency drills, humanity is building a unified shield—proving planetary defence is no longer sci-fi but a survival imperative.

THE FUTURE OF NEOs Near-Earth Objects (NEOs) present both risks and opportunities, driving advancements in detection, deflection, and exploration. Missions like NEO Surveyor (NASA) and Hera (ESA) aim to improve tracking and test asteroid deflection techniques, while AI enhances data analysis. NEOs also offer scientific insights into the solar system’s origins and potential resources like metals and water. However, global coordination is crucial for planetary defense and space mining regulations. Public engagement and interdisciplinary collaboration are needed to sustain progress. The future of NEO research hinges on technology, international cooperation, and proactive preparation to mitigate threats and harness cosmic opportunities.