Studies in International Space Law

Zusatztext In conclusion, this is a scholarly contribution to the corpus juris spatialis. Its chapters stand out for the sharp insights, particularly of the epic confrontations between the space powers within the COPUOS. In spite of the scope and complexitiy of some topics, the writing is captivating. One of the striking features of the book is, in fact, its timely and witty comments which the author, on the basis of his experience and authority, can easily afford. It is highly recommendable for scholars, professors, practitioners, international lawyers working in the governmental and private fields, legal departments of Ministries for Foreign Affairs and delegation to the COPUOS and UNISPACE Conferences. Zusammenfassung This work examines the whole of the regime of international law and space law including the role of the United Nations, the legal status of outer space, astronauts and out of space objects, the military use of outer space, the commercial uses of outer space and in particular the emerging law relating to satellites and telecommunications.

Summary

This work examines the whole of the regime of international law and space law including the role of the United Nations, the legal status of outer space, astronauts and out of space objects, the military use of outer space, the commercial uses of outer space and in particular the emerging law relating to satellites and telecommunications.

Product details

• Authors: Bin Cheng, Bin (Emeritus Professor of Air and Space La Cheng, Bin (Emeritus Professor of Air and Space Law Cheng, Cheng Bin
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 01.10.1997
• EAN: 9780198257301
• ISBN: 978-0-19-825730-1
• No. of pages: 866
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Technology > Aviation and space engineering; LAW / International, LAW / Air & Space, Space Science, SCIENCE / Space Science / General, International space & aerospace law, International law, transport: space and aerospace law