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Match the following legal concept with its corresponding definition:
Match the following legal concept with its corresponding definition:
Exclusive jurisdiction = The right of a state to exercise control over its airspace National sovereignty = The right of a state to exercise control over outer space National appropriation = The act of claiming ownership over outer space Territorial jurisdiction = The right of a state to exercise control over a specific territory
Match the following statement with its corresponding category:
Match the following statement with its corresponding category:
Outer space cannot be subjected to national appropriation = Principle of Outer Space Treaty of 1967 States possess exclusive jurisdiction over airspace = Characteristic of Airspace There is unanimity of opinion among scholars = Statement about airspace and outer space distinction The legal distinction between airspace and outer space is factual = Reason for distinction between airspace and outer space
Match the following entity with its corresponding description:
Match the following entity with its corresponding description:
United States = A country with significant interests in outer space Outer Space Treaty of 1967 = An international agreement governing outer space Airspace = A part of space subject to the sovereignty of a state National sovereignty = The right of a state to exercise control over its territory
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The issue of defining where outer space begins is also a ______ and national security issue.
The issue of defining where outer space begins is also a ______ and national security issue.
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There is ______ of opinion among scholars that the 'airspace' is that part of space subject to the sovereignty of a state.
There is ______ of opinion among scholars that the 'airspace' is that part of space subject to the sovereignty of a state.
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Outer space cannot be subjected to national ______, either by way of establishing national sovereignty over it, or by occupation or use.
Outer space cannot be subjected to national ______, either by way of establishing national sovereignty over it, or by occupation or use.
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The legal distinction between the ______ and outer space is not only factual but ultimately very necessary.
The legal distinction between the ______ and outer space is not only factual but ultimately very necessary.
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States possess exclusive ______ and in the latter there can be no exercise of sovereignty and territorial jurisdiction.
States possess exclusive ______ and in the latter there can be no exercise of sovereignty and territorial jurisdiction.
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To understand the issue it is helpful to be familiar with some of the ______ of the issues, in particular with the United States.
To understand the issue it is helpful to be familiar with some of the ______ of the issues, in particular with the United States.
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According to Article V of the Outer Space Treaty and relevant provisions of the 1968 Agreement on the ______ of Astronauts, the Return of Astronauts and the Return of Objects Launched into Outer Space
According to Article V of the Outer Space Treaty and relevant provisions of the 1968 Agreement on the ______ of Astronauts, the Return of Astronauts and the Return of Objects Launched into Outer Space
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Astronauts are regarded as ______ of mankind into outer space
Astronauts are regarded as ______ of mankind into outer space
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States are required to cooperate in returning astronauts to the ______ State in the event their craft has landed on foreign territory
States are required to cooperate in returning astronauts to the ______ State in the event their craft has landed on foreign territory
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Outer space and airspace have different ______ regimes
Outer space and airspace have different ______ regimes
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Theories of principles that might be used to develop a legal definition and delimitation of outer space may be classified into two broad categories: spatial concepts and ______ concepts
Theories of principles that might be used to develop a legal definition and delimitation of outer space may be classified into two broad categories: spatial concepts and ______ concepts
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Some approaches propose to find a natural physical ______ between airspace and outer space
Some approaches propose to find a natural physical ______ between airspace and outer space
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Airspace contained within national boundaries of a state is subject to the ______ of that state.
Airspace contained within national boundaries of a state is subject to the ______ of that state.
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The absence of a clear-cut boundary between airspace and outer space undermines the very principle of national ______ of a state.
The absence of a clear-cut boundary between airspace and outer space undermines the very principle of national ______ of a state.
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According to Article 4 of the 1967 Outer space treaty, states-parties take upon themselves not to display nuclear weapons or any other weapons of mass destruction in ______ orbit.
According to Article 4 of the 1967 Outer space treaty, states-parties take upon themselves not to display nuclear weapons or any other weapons of mass destruction in ______ orbit.
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The exploration and utilization of outer space is the '______' of all mankind.
The exploration and utilization of outer space is the '______' of all mankind.
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States are not liable for damages caused by ______ which are registered to and constitute the property of non-state entities.
States are not liable for damages caused by ______ which are registered to and constitute the property of non-state entities.
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According to the provisions of the Convention on international liability for damage caused by space objects of 1972, the launching state has ______ liability to compensate for the damages caused by its space objects.
According to the provisions of the Convention on international liability for damage caused by space objects of 1972, the launching state has ______ liability to compensate for the damages caused by its space objects.
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The Secretary General of the United Nations is entrusted with keeping an international registry of objects, launched into ______ space.
The Secretary General of the United Nations is entrusted with keeping an international registry of objects, launched into ______ space.
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According to the UN Principles on the Remote Sensing of the Earth from outer space, it is not necessary to obtain a ______ from a state to conduct remote sensing of its territory from outer space.
According to the UN Principles on the Remote Sensing of the Earth from outer space, it is not necessary to obtain a ______ from a state to conduct remote sensing of its territory from outer space.
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Remote sensing from airspace is subject to ______ agreement between the interested parties.
Remote sensing from airspace is subject to ______ agreement between the interested parties.
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Any activity conducted without such agreement would constitute an ______ on international law.
Any activity conducted without such agreement would constitute an ______ on international law.
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States possess exclusive jurisdiction and in the latter there can be no exercise of sovereignty and territorial ______.
States possess exclusive jurisdiction and in the latter there can be no exercise of sovereignty and territorial ______.
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The legal distinction between the ______ and outer space is not only factual but ultimately very necessary.
The legal distinction between the ______ and outer space is not only factual but ultimately very necessary.
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According to Article Il of the Outer space treaty of 1967 outer space cannot be subjected to national ______, either by way of establishing national sovereignty over it, or by occupation or use.
According to Article Il of the Outer space treaty of 1967 outer space cannot be subjected to national ______, either by way of establishing national sovereignty over it, or by occupation or use.
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There is ______ of opinion among scholars that the 'airspace' is that part of space subject to the sovereignty of a state.
There is ______ of opinion among scholars that the 'airspace' is that part of space subject to the sovereignty of a state.
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The issue of defining where outer space begins is also a ______ and national security issue.
The issue of defining where outer space begins is also a ______ and national security issue.
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Outer space cannot be subjected to national ______, either by way of establishing national sovereignty over it, or by occupation or use.
Outer space cannot be subjected to national ______, either by way of establishing national sovereignty over it, or by occupation or use.
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Airspace is divided into national and international parts while outer space is ______ and is in its entirety in common use.
Airspace is divided into national and international parts while outer space is ______ and is in its entirety in common use.
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States have no obligation to explore and utilize ______ for the benefit and in the interests of all countries.
States have no obligation to explore and utilize ______ for the benefit and in the interests of all countries.
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The exploration and utilization of outer space is the '______' of all mankind.
The exploration and utilization of outer space is the '______' of all mankind.
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States are internationally responsible for national activities in outer space whether or not such activities are carried out by ______ or non-state actors.
States are internationally responsible for national activities in outer space whether or not such activities are carried out by ______ or non-state actors.
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According to the provisions of the Convention on international liability for damage caused by space objects of 1972, the launching state has ______ liability to compensate for the damages caused by its space objects.
According to the provisions of the Convention on international liability for damage caused by space objects of 1972, the launching state has ______ liability to compensate for the damages caused by its space objects.
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On the other hand, according to Article III of the Liability convention, if damages to a space object of one state-party are caused by a space object of another state-party in any location other than the surface of the Earth the Launching State is only liable if such damages constitute ______ of persons who are responsible.
On the other hand, according to Article III of the Liability convention, if damages to a space object of one state-party are caused by a space object of another state-party in any location other than the surface of the Earth the Launching State is only liable if such damages constitute ______ of persons who are responsible.
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The absence of delimitation of airspace and outer space can lead to ambiguity concerning the limits of ______ of a launching state.
The absence of delimitation of airspace and outer space can lead to ambiguity concerning the limits of ______ of a launching state.
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According to Article III of the 1975 Registration Convention, the Secretary General of the United Nations is entrusted with keeping an international registry of objects, launched into ______ space.
According to Article III of the 1975 Registration Convention, the Secretary General of the United Nations is entrusted with keeping an international registry of objects, launched into ______ space.
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Astronauts are regarded as envoys of ______ into outer space.
Astronauts are regarded as envoys of ______ into outer space.
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Remote sensing from airspace is subject to ______ agreement between the interested parties.
Remote sensing from airspace is subject to ______ agreement between the interested parties.
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States are required to cooperate in returning astronauts to the ______ State in the event their craft has landed on foreign territory.
States are required to cooperate in returning astronauts to the ______ State in the event their craft has landed on foreign territory.
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Theories of principles that might be used to develop a legal definition and delimitation of outer space may be classified into two broad categories: spatial concepts and ______ concepts.
Theories of principles that might be used to develop a legal definition and delimitation of outer space may be classified into two broad categories: spatial concepts and ______ concepts.
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Any activity conducted without such agreement would constitute an ______ on international law.
Any activity conducted without such agreement would constitute an ______ on international law.
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According to Article V of the Outer Space Treaty and relevant provisions of the 1968 Agreement on the ______ of Astronauts, the Return of Astronauts and the Return of Objects Launched into Outer Space.
According to Article V of the Outer Space Treaty and relevant provisions of the 1968 Agreement on the ______ of Astronauts, the Return of Astronauts and the Return of Objects Launched into Outer Space.
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The exploration and utilization of outer space is the '______' of all mankind.
The exploration and utilization of outer space is the '______' of all mankind.
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Outer space and airspace have different ______ regimes.
Outer space and airspace have different ______ regimes.
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The technical approach proposes to establish the boundary between airspace and outer space subject to the latest developments in __________ technology.
The technical approach proposes to establish the boundary between airspace and outer space subject to the latest developments in __________ technology.
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The orbital approach places the boundary between airspace and outer space at the lowest altitude that an artificial Earth __________ can effectively execute a full round orbit around the planet.
The orbital approach places the boundary between airspace and outer space at the lowest altitude that an artificial Earth __________ can effectively execute a full round orbit around the planet.
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The jurisdictional line approach was proposed by Theodore von __________ and A.Hailey.
The jurisdictional line approach was proposed by Theodore von __________ and A.Hailey.
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The theories of 'effective sovereignty' violate the principle of __________ equality of states.
The theories of 'effective sovereignty' violate the principle of __________ equality of states.
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The orbital approach requires further development of some objective criteria concerning the __________ shape of a satellite.
The orbital approach requires further development of some objective criteria concerning the __________ shape of a satellite.
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The boundary between airspace and outer space is proposed to be established subject to the latest developments in aerospace technology, according to the __________ approach.
The boundary between airspace and outer space is proposed to be established subject to the latest developments in aerospace technology, according to the __________ approach.
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Advocates of this approach further believe that outer space activities can be conducted by states safely and legally without establishing a clear-cut boundary between _______ and outer space
Advocates of this approach further believe that outer space activities can be conducted by states safely and legally without establishing a clear-cut boundary between _______ and outer space
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Here we believe that state sovereignty over its _______ cannot be put into question
Here we believe that state sovereignty over its _______ cannot be put into question
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This belief is now being put into question, however, by the recent advances made in _______ science and technology leading to the development of aerospace objects or vehicles
This belief is now being put into question, however, by the recent advances made in _______ science and technology leading to the development of aerospace objects or vehicles
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These objects will have the ability to undertake flight and maneuver in outer space and _______ and have the necessary propulsion plants and fuel reserves to affect multiple transits between Earth orbit and the upper layers of the atmosphere
These objects will have the ability to undertake flight and maneuver in outer space and _______ and have the necessary propulsion plants and fuel reserves to affect multiple transits between Earth orbit and the upper layers of the atmosphere
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The establishment of the legal regime of that _______ is the prerogative of that state, subject to relevant norms of international law
The establishment of the legal regime of that _______ is the prerogative of that state, subject to relevant norms of international law
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The Russian Federation will continue to support and promote this approach within the UN until the successful resolution has been found, for the benefit of all _______
The Russian Federation will continue to support and promote this approach within the UN until the successful resolution has been found, for the benefit of all _______
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Delimitation of Airspace and outer space is a _______ issue
Delimitation of Airspace and outer space is a _______ issue
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They propose to set the height limit of a state's jurisdiction at an altitude of approximately 83 km over sea ______ where a body travelling at a velocity of 7km/sec is not affected by aerodynamic lifting force and is instead affected by centrifugal force.
They propose to set the height limit of a state's jurisdiction at an altitude of approximately 83 km over sea ______ where a body travelling at a velocity of 7km/sec is not affected by aerodynamic lifting force and is instead affected by centrifugal force.
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The real danger in accepting such an approach, as we see it, is that many of the lawyers who favor it bring forward the idea that the principle of state sovereignty over its _______ has no absolute character and must be also regarded as 'functional', or 'relative'
The real danger in accepting such an approach, as we see it, is that many of the lawyers who favor it bring forward the idea that the principle of state sovereignty over its _______ has no absolute character and must be also regarded as 'functional', or 'relative'
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Several factors have been taken into account, inter alia, the fact that the International Aviation Federation (IAF) has established rules according to which a space flight is considered a flight reaching the altitude of more than ______ km above sea-level.
Several factors have been taken into account, inter alia, the fact that the International Aviation Federation (IAF) has established rules according to which a space flight is considered a flight reaching the altitude of more than ______ km above sea-level.
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The absence of delimitation of _______ and outer space can lead to ambiguity concerning the limits of sovereignty of a launching state
The absence of delimitation of _______ and outer space can lead to ambiguity concerning the limits of sovereignty of a launching state
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There have been proposals to declare a sui generis 'intermediate' zone between the highest altitude of flight of aircraft and the lowest altitude of flight of satellites (i.e. approximately between ______ and 100 km).
There have been proposals to declare a sui generis 'intermediate' zone between the highest altitude of flight of aircraft and the lowest altitude of flight of satellites (i.e. approximately between ______ and 100 km).
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Accordingly, it would be impossible to say which legal regime such an object falls under at any given moment of _______
Accordingly, it would be impossible to say which legal regime such an object falls under at any given moment of _______
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On June 20 1979 the USSR has submitted a proposal on the issue of definition and delimitation of outer space for the consideration of the UN Committee on the ______ uses of outer space (UN COPUOS).
On June 20 1979 the USSR has submitted a proposal on the issue of definition and delimitation of outer space for the consideration of the UN Committee on the ______ uses of outer space (UN COPUOS).
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The Soviet proposal on delimitation contained 3 major elements: .1 Over-earth space higher than ______ km over sea-level will be deemed outer space.
The Soviet proposal on delimitation contained 3 major elements: .1 Over-earth space higher than ______ km over sea-level will be deemed outer space.
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The boundary between airspace and outer space shall be subject to negotiations between states and will be fixed by international treaty at a height of no more than ______ km above sea-level.
The boundary between airspace and outer space shall be subject to negotiations between states and will be fixed by international treaty at a height of no more than ______ km above sea-level.
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Such space objects should enjoy the right of 'innocent ______' over the territories of other states.
Such space objects should enjoy the right of 'innocent ______' over the territories of other states.
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Most advocates of this theory deem the over-Earth space indivisible and subject to two international legal regimes acting in parallel which regulate the outer space and ______ activities of states.
Most advocates of this theory deem the over-Earth space indivisible and subject to two international legal regimes acting in parallel which regulate the outer space and ______ activities of states.
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They suppose that, if the goal of the state was to launch a craft into Earth orbit, such a craft, or object, would be covered by norms of international ______ Law.
They suppose that, if the goal of the state was to launch a craft into Earth orbit, such a craft, or object, would be covered by norms of international ______ Law.
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On the other hand, if the purpose of the launch was to affect a flight through the Earth's atmosphere without the aim of reaching orbit, such a flight would be governed by norms of international ______ law.
On the other hand, if the purpose of the launch was to affect a flight through the Earth's atmosphere without the aim of reaching orbit, such a flight would be governed by norms of international ______ law.
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The proponents of establishing a boundary line point out that since the legal regimes that govern ______ space and outer space are utterly dissimilar, clear demarcation is necessary.
The proponents of establishing a boundary line point out that since the legal regimes that govern ______ space and outer space are utterly dissimilar, clear demarcation is necessary.
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Defining or delimiting outer space is not necessary because no legal or practical problems have arisen in the absence of such a definition that on the contrary, the differing legal regimes applicable in respect of ______ and outer space have operated well in their respective spheres.
Defining or delimiting outer space is not necessary because no legal or practical problems have arisen in the absence of such a definition that on the contrary, the differing legal regimes applicable in respect of ______ and outer space have operated well in their respective spheres.
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The issue of defining where outer space begins is also a ______ and national security issue.
The issue of defining where outer space begins is also a ______ and national security issue.
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Outer space and ______ have different legal regimes.
Outer space and ______ have different legal regimes.
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The geostationary orbit is a circular orbit located at an approximate distance of 36,000 km directly above the ______'s equator.
The geostationary orbit is a circular orbit located at an approximate distance of 36,000 km directly above the ______'s equator.
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States traversed by the ______'s equator in the Bogota Declaration of 1976 consider this orbit not as part of outer space, but rather the segments of this orbit as part of the territory over which equatorial states exercise their national sovereignty.
States traversed by the ______'s equator in the Bogota Declaration of 1976 consider this orbit not as part of outer space, but rather the segments of this orbit as part of the territory over which equatorial states exercise their national sovereignty.
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The legal status of the geostationary orbit therefore seems to be tied to the controversy over a legal definition of ______ space.
The legal status of the geostationary orbit therefore seems to be tied to the controversy over a legal definition of ______ space.
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States possess exclusive jurisdiction and in the latter there can be no exercise of sovereignty and territorial ______.
States possess exclusive jurisdiction and in the latter there can be no exercise of sovereignty and territorial ______.
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The exploration and utilization of outer space is the ' ______ ' of all mankind.
The exploration and utilization of outer space is the ' ______ ' of all mankind.
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The legal distinction between the ______ and outer space is not only factual but ultimately very necessary.
The legal distinction between the ______ and outer space is not only factual but ultimately very necessary.
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The United States remains committed to equitable access to the __________ by all States as well as to the need to satisfy the real requirements of developing countries.
The United States remains committed to equitable access to the __________ by all States as well as to the need to satisfy the real requirements of developing countries.
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The 1967 Outer Space Treaty provides that outer space shall be free for exploration and use by all States without discrimination of any kind, on a basis of __________ and in accordance with international law.
The 1967 Outer Space Treaty provides that outer space shall be free for exploration and use by all States without discrimination of any kind, on a basis of __________ and in accordance with international law.
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The management of the GSO is best done through the international __________ Union (ITU).
The management of the GSO is best done through the international __________ Union (ITU).
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The Outer Space Treaty further states that outer space is not subject to national __________ by claim of sovereignty or by any other means.
The Outer Space Treaty further states that outer space is not subject to national __________ by claim of sovereignty or by any other means.
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The issue of ensuring equitable access to the geostationary orbit is a matter that the ITU has been squarely, vigorously, and satisfactorily addressing for a number of __________.
The issue of ensuring equitable access to the geostationary orbit is a matter that the ITU has been squarely, vigorously, and satisfactorily addressing for a number of __________.
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The ITU is the international body that is charged by the international community with the rational, efficient and economic use of radio frequencies and the __________.
The ITU is the international body that is charged by the international community with the rational, efficient and economic use of radio frequencies and the __________.
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The United States did not agree with those that argue that the GSO is or can be subjected to the sovereignty of States or that States may have preferential rights to the use of such orbits because this orbit, at approximately 36,000 kilometers above the earth, is in __________ space.
The United States did not agree with those that argue that the GSO is or can be subjected to the sovereignty of States or that States may have preferential rights to the use of such orbits because this orbit, at approximately 36,000 kilometers above the earth, is in __________ space.
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The ITU Constitution, Convention and Radio Regulations, and the mechanisms under those authorities for international cooperation among countries and groups of countries, take into account the interests of states in the use of the __________ orbit and the radio frequency spectrum.
The ITU Constitution, Convention and Radio Regulations, and the mechanisms under those authorities for international cooperation among countries and groups of countries, take into account the interests of states in the use of the __________ orbit and the radio frequency spectrum.
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The Outer Space Treaty provides that outer space is not subject to national appropriation by claim of sovereignty or by any other means, and a signatory to this Treaty cannot appropriate a position in the __________ either by claim of sovereignty or by means of use.
The Outer Space Treaty provides that outer space is not subject to national appropriation by claim of sovereignty or by any other means, and a signatory to this Treaty cannot appropriate a position in the __________ either by claim of sovereignty or by means of use.
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The question of ensuring equitable access to the __________ orbit is a matter that the ITU has been squarely, vigorously, and satisfactorily addressing for a number of years.
The question of ensuring equitable access to the __________ orbit is a matter that the ITU has been squarely, vigorously, and satisfactorily addressing for a number of years.
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The United Nations Register of Conventional Arms was established in _______ to contribute to confidence building and security among states.
The United Nations Register of Conventional Arms was established in _______ to contribute to confidence building and security among states.
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The Register of Conventional Arms enables participating governments to provide information on the export and import of seven categories of major conventional ______ systems.
The Register of Conventional Arms enables participating governments to provide information on the export and import of seven categories of major conventional ______ systems.
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The United Nations system for the standardized reporting of military expenditures was introduced in _______.
The United Nations system for the standardized reporting of military expenditures was introduced in _______.
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More than ______ states have reported to the Register of Conventional Arms one or more times.
More than ______ states have reported to the Register of Conventional Arms one or more times.
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More than ______ states have reported to the United Nations system for the standardized reporting of military expenditures at least once.
More than ______ states have reported to the United Nations system for the standardized reporting of military expenditures at least once.
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The General Assembly established the United Nations Register of Conventional Arms in order to consider the most appropriate way to reduce the risks posed by the irresponsible use of ______.
The General Assembly established the United Nations Register of Conventional Arms in order to consider the most appropriate way to reduce the risks posed by the irresponsible use of ______.
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The General Assembly's first special session on _______________ (1978) called for international negotiations on the issue.
The General Assembly's first special session on _______________ (1978) called for international negotiations on the issue.
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The United Nations supports initiatives towards _______________ undertaken at the regional and subregional levels.
The United Nations supports initiatives towards _______________ undertaken at the regional and subregional levels.
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The United Nations Disarmament Fellowship Programme, launched by the General Assembly in _______________, has trained over 50 public officials from about 150 countries.
The United Nations Disarmament Fellowship Programme, launched by the General Assembly in _______________, has trained over 50 public officials from about 150 countries.
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The United Nations undertakes information and education activities on multilateral _______________ issues in the framework of its Disarmament Information Programme.
The United Nations undertakes information and education activities on multilateral _______________ issues in the framework of its Disarmament Information Programme.
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A group of governmental experts is meeting in 2003-2004 to conduct a reappraisal of the relationship between _______________ and development.
A group of governmental experts is meeting in 2003-2004 to conduct a reappraisal of the relationship between _______________ and development.
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The United Nations, in partnership with the Hague Appeal for Peace, is conducting a peace and small arms education project aimed at children and youth in four countries.
The United Nations, in partnership with the Hague Appeal for Peace, is conducting a peace and small arms education project aimed at children and youth in four countries.
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The prevention of an arms race in outer space has been discussed in the General Assembly, the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer _______________, and the Conference on Disarmament.
The prevention of an arms race in outer space has been discussed in the General Assembly, the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer _______________, and the Conference on Disarmament.
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The issue of promoting economic and social progress, especially for less developed nations, by using the resources released through general _______________ under a system of effective international control has long been debated among member states.
The issue of promoting economic and social progress, especially for less developed nations, by using the resources released through general _______________ under a system of effective international control has long been debated among member states.
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The United Nations works with governmental organizations and arrangements —such as the African Union, the European Union, the Euro-Atlantic Partnership Council, the League of Arab States, the Organization of American States, the Organization of the Islamic Conference, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, and the Stability Pact for South Eastern Europe — as well as with international, regional and local non-_______________ organizations.
The United Nations works with governmental organizations and arrangements —such as the African Union, the European Union, the Euro-Atlantic Partnership Council, the League of Arab States, the Organization of American States, the Organization of the Islamic Conference, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, and the Stability Pact for South Eastern Europe — as well as with international, regional and local non-_______________ organizations.
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The United Nations has adopted a report by a group of experts on _______________ and non-proliferation education, reaffirming that disarmament education was an integral part of peace education and an important aspect of every citizen's training for participation in civil life.
The United Nations has adopted a report by a group of experts on _______________ and non-proliferation education, reaffirming that disarmament education was an integral part of peace education and an important aspect of every citizen's training for participation in civil life.
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The face of warfare has changed in recent years as women and girls have increasingly been affected by conflicts, both as ______ and perpetrators.
The face of warfare has changed in recent years as women and girls have increasingly been affected by conflicts, both as ______ and perpetrators.
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The UN promotes understanding of the importance of gen- der perspectives in al aspects of ______ — whether collecting and destroying weapons, de-mining, conducting fact-finding missions, or participating in decision-making and peace processes.
The UN promotes understanding of the importance of gen- der perspectives in al aspects of ______ — whether collecting and destroying weapons, de-mining, conducting fact-finding missions, or participating in decision-making and peace processes.
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Peaceful uses of outer space The United Nations works to ensure that outer space si used for peaceful ______ and that the benefits from space activities are shared by al nations.
Peaceful uses of outer space The United Nations works to ensure that outer space si used for peaceful ______ and that the benefits from space activities are shared by al nations.
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The main intergovernmental body ni this field si the United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer ______.
The main intergovernmental body ni this field si the United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer ______.
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The Committee and its subcommittees meet annually to consider ______ put before them by the General Assembly, reports submitted to them and issues raised by member states.
The Committee and its subcommittees meet annually to consider ______ put before them by the General Assembly, reports submitted to them and issues raised by member states.
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The 1966 Treaty on Principles Governing the Activities of States ni the Exploration and Use of Outer Space, including the Moon and Other Celestial Bodies (______ Treaty) provides that space exploration shall be carried out for the ben- efit of al countries, irrespective of their degree of development.
The 1966 Treaty on Principles Governing the Activities of States ni the Exploration and Use of Outer Space, including the Moon and Other Celestial Bodies (______ Treaty) provides that space exploration shall be carried out for the ben- efit of al countries, irrespective of their degree of development.
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The General Assembly in _______ declared 4-10 October World Space Week.
The General Assembly in _______ declared 4-10 October World Space Week.
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The 1974 Convention on Registration of Objects Launched into Outer Space (______ Convention) provides that launching states maintain registries of space objects and provide information on objects launched to the United Nations.
The 1974 Convention on Registration of Objects Launched into Outer Space (______ Convention) provides that launching states maintain registries of space objects and provide information on objects launched to the United Nations.
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Under this Convention, the Office for Outer Space Affairs maintains a United Nations Registry on objects launched into outer ______.
Under this Convention, the Office for Outer Space Affairs maintains a United Nations Registry on objects launched into outer ______.
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The United Nations Programme on Space Applications provides technical advisory services to member states in conducting _______ projects.
The United Nations Programme on Space Applications provides technical advisory services to member states in conducting _______ projects.
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The Office for Outer Space Affairs serves as the secretariat for the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of _______ Space.
The Office for Outer Space Affairs serves as the secretariat for the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of _______ Space.
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The United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space has two subcommittees: The Scientific and Technical Subcommittee is the focal point of international cooperation in ______ technology and research.
The United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space has two subcommittees: The Scientific and Technical Subcommittee is the focal point of international cooperation in ______ technology and research.
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A searchable online index of objects launched into outer space is maintained by the Office for Outer Space Affairs on its website (www.oosa.un______a.org).
A searchable online index of objects launched into outer space is maintained by the Office for Outer Space Affairs on its website (www.oosa.un______a.org).
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The Office provides technical assistance to the regional centres for space science and technology education and to the network of space science and technology education and research institutions for central-eastern and south-eastern _______.
The Office provides technical assistance to the regional centres for space science and technology education and to the network of space science and technology education and research institutions for central-eastern and south-eastern _______.
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The Legal Subcommittee works to ensure the development of a legal framework concomitant with the rapid technological development of ______ activities.
The Legal Subcommittee works to ensure the development of a legal framework concomitant with the rapid technological development of ______ activities.
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The centre in Asia and the Pacific became operational in _______ in 1996.
The centre in Asia and the Pacific became operational in _______ in 1996.
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The 1979 Agreement Governing Activities of States on the ______ and Other Celestial Bodies (Moon Agreement) elaborates the principles relating to the moon and other celestial bodies set out in the 1966 Treaty.
The 1979 Agreement Governing Activities of States on the ______ and Other Celestial Bodies (Moon Agreement) elaborates the principles relating to the moon and other celestial bodies set out in the 1966 Treaty.
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The Office works in close cooperation with international organizations such as the European Space Agency (ESA), the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), the Committee on Earth Observation Satellites (CEOS), and the Committee on Space _______ (COSPAR).
The Office works in close cooperation with international organizations such as the European Space Agency (ESA), the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), the Committee on Earth Observation Satellites (CEOS), and the Committee on Space _______ (COSPAR).
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The Principles governing the use by states of artificial earth satellites for international direct television broadcasting (1982) recognize that such use has international political, economic, social and cultural ______.
The Principles governing the use by states of artificial earth satellites for international direct television broadcasting (1982) recognize that such use has international political, economic, social and cultural ______.
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The United Nations Programme on Space Applications undertakes training and fellowship programmes in such areas as remote sensing, satellite communication, satellite meteorology, satellite navigation, basic space science and space _______.
The United Nations Programme on Space Applications undertakes training and fellowship programmes in such areas as remote sensing, satellite communication, satellite meteorology, satellite navigation, basic space science and space _______.
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The Principles relating to remote sensing of the earth from outer space (1986) state that such activities are to be conducted for the benefit of all ______.
The Principles relating to remote sensing of the earth from outer space (1986) state that such activities are to be conducted for the benefit of all ______.
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The Office is also a cooperating body to the International Charter, 'Space and Major _______' — a mechanism through which UN agencies can request satellite imagery to support their response to disasters.
The Office is also a cooperating body to the International Charter, 'Space and Major _______' — a mechanism through which UN agencies can request satellite imagery to support their response to disasters.
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The Principles on the use of nuclear power sources in outer space (1992) recognize that such sources are essential for some space ______.
The Principles on the use of nuclear power sources in outer space (1992) recognize that such sources are essential for some space ______.
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The United Nations has organized three major conferences on the exploration and peaceful uses of outer ______, all held in Vienna.
The United Nations has organized three major conferences on the exploration and peaceful uses of outer ______, all held in Vienna.
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The Office provides technical support to the government of _______ in its preparations for the establishment of a west Asia centre.
The Office provides technical support to the government of _______ in its preparations for the establishment of a west Asia centre.
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To coordinate the space-related activities of the United Nations system, an inter-agency meeting on outer space activities convenes _______.
To coordinate the space-related activities of the United Nations system, an inter-agency meeting on outer space activities convenes _______.
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The first conference, held in 1968 examined the practical benefits deriving from space research and exploration, and the extent to which non-space ______, especially developing countries, might enjoy them.
The first conference, held in 1968 examined the practical benefits deriving from space research and exploration, and the extent to which non-space ______, especially developing countries, might enjoy them.
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The second conference (UNISPACE 82) reflected the growing involvement of all ______ in outer space activities.
The second conference (UNISPACE 82) reflected the growing involvement of all ______ in outer space activities.
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The third conference (UNISPACE III), held in 1999, outlined a wide variety of actions to protect the global ______ and manage natural resources.
The third conference (UNISPACE III), held in 1999, outlined a wide variety of actions to protect the global ______ and manage natural resources.
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The event brought together governments, intergovernmental bodies, civil ______ and, for the first time, the private sector.
The event brought together governments, intergovernmental bodies, civil ______ and, for the first time, the private sector.
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