Defining the principles governing outer space activities Space law is an area of the law that encompasses national and international law governing activities in outer space. The International Institute of Space Law (IISL) was founded in 1960. The purposes and objectives of the Institute include the cooperation with appropriate international organisations and national institutions in the field of space law and the carrying out of tasks for fostering the development of space law. IISL news 19 Aug 2008 Hyderabad Proceedings now available 15 Aug 2008 Upcoming IISL Colloquia in Glasgow and Daejeon 1 Jul 2008 IISL granted Permanent Observer status within UN-COPUOS 23 May 2008 Cape Town Convention on International Interests in Mobile Equipment Steering Committee meeting 11 Jan 2008 17th Manfred Lachs Space Law Moot Competition 2008 more Interview with Tanja Masson-Zwaan Tanja Masson-Zwaan became President of the International Institute of Space Law (IISL) on 1 January 2008. As her term in office begins, she gives her thoughts upon the past, present and future of the Institute.  The IISL now has its own Facebook presence see the IISL on Facebook The IISL has its own LinkedIn group see IISL on LinkedIn Part of its 50th birthday celebrations, NASA recently paid tribute to an IISL founder, Dr Eilene Galloway. NASA honours IISL pioneer The George Washington University (US) team wins the Manfred Lachs Trophy. 2007 winners The 51st Annual Colloqium of the IISL will be held in Glasgow, UK between 28 September and 3 October 2008 more information Individuals and institutions insterested in the field of space law or other space activities may be elected as members. become a member
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