Moon Agreement
/ˈmuːn əˌɡriːmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) An international treaty regulating the activities of states in the exploration and use of the Moon and other celestial bodies.
The Moon Agreement seeks to establish a legal framework for the peaceful use of lunar resources.
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- moon agreement
- moon agreements
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Commentary
The Moon Agreement elaborates on principles first set forth in the Outer Space Treaty, focusing specifically on the Moon and celestial bodies, but it has limited ratification and thus limited practical effect.
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