Satellite Data Dissemination Policy and International Security
- Paper number
IAC-07-E6.4.09
- Author
Ms. Masami Onoda, Kyoto University, Japan
- Coauthor
Ms. Bhavini Rama, United Kingdom
- Year
2007
- Abstract
The role of satellite imagery today in the security environment is increasing more than ever. The development of the commercial remote sensing sector adds to the need for establishing international and national policy frameworks for the use of satellite data for peaceful purposes. This paper will discuss international data dissemination policy with respect to various national policies and international coordination efforts made so far. The role of satellite data in the IAEA strengthened safeguards system will be discussed, identifying legal and policy issues in the use of satellite imagery in the field of international safeguards. Also to be considered is the role of the commercial sector and emerging entities such as companies operating Internet-based applications or small satellite remote-sensing constellations. Having analysed these various uses of satellite data from a military, civil and commercial perspective, the paper will argue the case of an international data dissemination policy. Such a policy should facilitate the use of satellite data by international and national organizations and other entities, in order to enhance international peace and security.
- Abstract document
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