We participate in international forums, agreements and treaties to strengthen Australia’s space capability.
Building partnerships in space
We enter into memorandums of understanding with other nations and identify areas of cooperation in space. We also enter into strategic international partnerships to grow Australia’s space capability.
Participating in international forums
Australia is a member of the following space-related international forums:
- UN Committee on the Peaceful Use of Outer Space
- International Astronautical Federation
- Asia-Pacific Regional Space Agency Forum.
Ratifying space treaties
We engage in international discussions to support Australia’s space obligations. This includes:
- treaty negotiations
- United Nations resolutions
- guidelines development.
Australia is a signatory to the:
- 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
Australian Space Agency news
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Robotics and Automation on Earth and in Space Roadmap webinar: pitch your organisation
The Australian Space Agency is calling for expressions of interest to pitch at an upcoming Robotics and Automation public webinar.
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G’day Moon: Australia’s boldest adventure yet
The Australian Space Agency’s new campaign to promote Australia’s first lunar mission.
Australian Space Agency
Proposed changes to space and high power rocket activities: have your say
We are seeking feedback on proposed changes to the Space (Launches and Returns) (General) Rules 2019 and Space (Launches and Returns) (High Power Rocket) Rules 2019.
Australian Space Agency
Investment to help Australian businesses tap into India’s booming space industry
A $25 million expansion of the International Space Investment (ISI) initiative will unlock opportunities for Australian businesses and researchers to work with India’s space industry.