Written question asked by Lord Kennet (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 13 November 1996. It was answered by Baroness Chalker of Wallasey (Conservative) on Wednesday, 13 November 1996.

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Chalker of Wallasey, RtHonBaroness

Question

What are the definitions of "outer space" currently in use, whose definitions they are, whether the military satellites of the United States, Russia and other countries are now operating in "outer space", and if not where, in international law, they are operating.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

575 c101WA

Session

1996-97

Subjects

Treaties Spaceflight