Space Treaty
/ˈspeɪs ˈtriːti/
Definitions
- (n.) An international agreement regulating activities in outer space, addressing issues such as sovereignty, use, weaponization, and exploration.
The Outer Space Treaty of 1967 is the foundational space treaty governing international space law.
Forms
- space treaty
- space treaties
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Commentary
The term generally refers to treaties like the Outer Space Treaty; when drafting, specify which treaty or context to avoid ambiguity.
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