Book excerpt: Embark on a journey into South Korea's remarkable rise as a space power. Discover how this technological giant has secured its place among a select group of seven nations capable of launching one-ton satellites using domestically engineered rockets. Delve into South Korea's intricate space legislation, dissecting four pivotal laws and regulations through a global lens. This pioneering academic endeavor sheds light on South Korea's alignment with international obligations and the real-world application of its domestic laws. It offers pragmatic reforms, charting a course for policymakers and stakeholders toward a comprehensive legal framework to propel South Korea's cosmic aspirations.