The International Academy of Astronautics will hold its 7th conference on April 26-30, 2021. The bi-annual conference brings together world experts to discuss the threat to Earth posed by asteroids and comets and actions that might be taken to deflect a threatening object. Highlight/Spotlight topic areas Key International and Policy Developments Advancements in Near Earth Object (NEO) Discovery New NEO Characterization Results Deflection & Disruption Modeling and Testing Mission & Campaign Design Impact Management & Consequences Disaster Management & Response Public Education and Communication The Decision to Act: Political, Legal, Social and Economic Aspects