The United Nations and Space.
The United Nations family strives continuously to utilize the unique benefits of outer space for the betterment of all humankind . From the very beginning of the Space Age, the United Nations recognized that outer space added a new dimension to humanity's existence. Recognizing the common interest of humankind in outer space and seeking to answer questions on how outer space can help benefit the people's of Earth , the General Assembly adopted its first resolution related to outer space , resolution 1348 (XIII) entitled "Question of the Peaceful Use of Outer Space". On 10 October 1967, the "Magna Carta of Space", also known as the Treaty on Principles Governing the Activities of States in the Exploration and Use of Outer Space, including the Moon and Other Celestial Bodies entered into force. Today, the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) is the United Nations office responsible for promoting international cooperation in the peacefu...