Common Security in Outer Space and International Law
Common Security in Outer Space and International Law

Author: Detlev Wolter (jurist.)

Publisher: United Nations Publications UNIDIR

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 322

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This publication explores the concept of common security and the legal foundations for its application in outer space law, based on the premise that outer space is an internationalised common area beyond the national jurisdiction of individual states, and therefore security in space must be the common security of all states. Chapters cover a range of issues including: the principle of the peaceful use of outer space, passive military uses, and multilateral negotiations to prevent an arms race in outer space; structural change of international law and the common heritage of mankind principle; and proposals for a multilateral agreement and the creation of an International Organisation for Common Security in Outer Space.

Open Skies
Open Skies

Author: Pál Dunay (OSCE.)

Publisher: UN

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 350

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The multilateral Open Skies Treaty was signed in 1992 (although it did not enter into force until 2002) and covers all NATO and former Warsaw Treaty members, including the main successor states to the former Soviet Union. The treaty enables states to overfly and observe the territory of one another, as part of the process of verifying and monitoring arms control agreements. As the imagery taken during observation flights is accessible to all parties, the treaty places all members on an equal footing and requires crews of the inspecting and inspected states to work closely together. This publication, based on research carried out during 1995-2000, examines the concept of the Open Skies regime and prospects for its future adaptation, taking into account current international security needs and technological possibilities.

Managing Arms in Peace Processes
Managing Arms in Peace Processes

Author: Clement Adibe

Publisher:

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 160

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This series of publications, issued by the United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research, emanates from their project on Disarmament & Conflict Resolution (DCR). It examines the utility & modalities of disarming warring parties as an element of efforts to resolve intra-state conflicts. Each case study covers a UN peace operation & will include field experiences regarding the demobilization & disarmament of warring factions; a review of security actions where disarmament has been attempted & an examination of the role that disarmament of belligerents can play in the management & resolution of internal conflicts.