1967 U.N . Outer Space Treaty says no government can claim the moon . Comment: Moon Agreement says lunar resources `` common heritage of mankind '' Experts say treaties outdated , should be renegotiated . Companies and countries , including the U.S. and Russia , planning lunar trips .
1967 U.N . Outer Space Treaty says no government can claim the moon . 1979 U.N . Moon Agreement says lunar resources `` common heritage of mankind '' Experts say treaties outdated , should be renegotiated . Companies and countries , including the U.S. and Russia , planning lunar trips .