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Framework Agreement between the Government of New Zealand and the Government of the United States of America on Cooperation in Aeronautics and the Exploration and Use of Airspace and Outer Space for Peaceful Purposes
Treaty Code:
B2022-06
Treaty Type:
Bilateral/Plurilateral
Common Name:
NZ US Space Agreement
Responsible Department:
Foreign Affairs and Trade
Administering Department:
Foreign Affairs and Trade
Treaty Status:
In Force
Treaty Summary:
From Beehive.govt.nz
An agreement signed today between the New Zealand and United States governments will provide new opportunities for our space sector and closer collaboration with NASA, Economic and Regional Development Minister Stuart Nash said.
Stuart Nash signed the Framework Agreement with United States Deputy Secretary of State, Wendy Sherman. The signing followed Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Vice President Kamala Harris welcoming of the completion of negotiations on this agreement during their meeting in Washington, DC on 31 May 2022.
“We have an incredibly innovative space sector in New Zealand. Despite our small size, we’ve become a notable player in the global space industry, and signing the Framework Agreement marks an exciting step for our space sector,” Stuart Nash said.
“This is a huge opportunity for Kiwi companies and researchers to collaborate more closely with the US and NASA. It will facilitate space science, technology and cooperation, and focuses on building connections between our two countries’ civil space sectors and research communities.
“A close relationship with the United States is highly beneficial for supporting a thriving space sector in New Zealand. This already includes government regulatory cooperation to enable launches from New Zealand and an active dialogue on space policy issues.
NZ Adherence Status:
In Force
Adherence Type:
Ratified
Signature Date:
09/08/2022
Adherence Date:
Expired:
No
Date Concluded:
09/08/2022
Place Concluded:
Wellington
Entry Into Force Date:
09/11/2022
NZ Entry Into Force Date:
09/11/2022
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Withdrawal Notification Date:
NZ Objections:
No
NZ Reservations:
No
NZ Declarations:
No
NZ Territorial Applications:
None
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Adherence Type:
Ratified
Adherence Date:
Signature Date:
09/08/2022
Entry Into Force:
09/11/2022
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