Primary Instruments of Space Law

United Nations Treaties

Treaty on Principles Governing the Activities of States in the Exploration and Use of Outer Space, including the Moon and Other Celestial Bodies

Agreement on the Rescue of Astronauts, the Return of Astronauts and the Return of Objects Launched into Outer Space

Convention on International Liability for Damage Caused by Space Objects

Convention on Registration of Objects Launched into Outer Space

Agreement Governing the Activities of States on the Moon and Other Celestial Bodies

Principles Adopted by the General Assembly

Declaration of Legal Principles Governing the Activities of States in the Exploration and Use of Outer Space

Principles Governing the Use by States of Artificial Earth Satellites for International Direct Television Broadcasting

Principles Relating to Remote Sensing of the Earth from Outer Space

Principles Relevant to the Use of Nuclear Power Sources in Outer Space

Declaration on International Cooperation in the Exploration and Use of Outer Space for the Benefit and in the Interest of All States, Taking into Particular Account the Needs of Developing Countries