 UN to discuss asteroid collision
A group of former astronauts and cosmonauts is warning that at least one asteroid already identified in outer space is on a path that could indeed see it colliding with our planet on April 13, 2036
They say work should begin now on considering a strategy to protect humankind from this and other asteroids. Specifically, members of the Association of Space Explorers are planning a series of meetings over the next two years, to be attended by diplomats, astronomers, astronauts and engineers, to draft an international treaty on address the threat.
It will be presented to the UN for adoption in 2009.
Reuters AlertNet - UN Urged to take action on asteroid threat | 
21-Feb-2007, 04:14
