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The UK Launch of the Woomera Manual on the International Law of Military Space Activities and Operations


Theย UK Launch of the Woomera Manual on the International Law of Military Space Activities and Operations

Wednesday, 12 March 2025

Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) in London


The Woomera Manual, published by Oxford University Press in 2024, is the most comprehensive analysis to date of international law governing military activities in outer space. This launch event will feature a panel discussion with leading experts and an evening reception.


Event details

๐Ÿ“… Date: Wednesday, 12 March 2025

๐Ÿ“ Venue: Royal United Services Institute (RUSI), 61 Whitehall, London SW1A 2ET

โฐ Time: 16:00 (doors open) | 16:30-19:00 (panel & reception)


Programme highlights

๐Ÿ“ Panel discussion:

Professor Kubo Maฤรกk (Moderator, University of Exeter)

Professor Dale Stephens CSM (University of Adelaide)

Wing Commander Kieran Tinkler (Royal Air Force)

Professor Heather Harrison Dinniss (Swedish Defence University)

Dr. Wen Zhou (International Committee of the Red Cross)


๐Ÿ“– Attendees who wish to purchase the book will receive a discount code, courtesy of Oxford University Press.

๐ŸŽŸ Registration is required. Secure your place now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/uk-launch-of-the-woomera-manual-tickets-1254442604599

Please note that seats are limited, so we encourage you to register early.

Please join for this important discussion on the evolving legal landscape of military space activities.

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