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

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  • Year adopted & entered into force: Adopted 18 December 1979; entered into force 11 July 1984.
  • International body: United Nations General Assembly (administered by UNOOSA / UNCOPUOS).
  • Summary: Extends principles of the Outer Space Treaty specifically to the Moon and other celestial bodies, affirming they are the common heritage of mankind, requiring activities be conducted for the benefit of all, outlining environmental and safety protections, and calling for an international regime for resource use. It has limited ratification and is not widely accepted by major spacefaring states.
  • Full text: United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs – Moon Agreement
    https://www.unoosa.org/oosa/en/ourwork/spacelaw/treaties/moon-agreement.html