International Satellite Communications Law

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The branch of space law which is focused most on practical and commercial applications without a doubt is the satellite communications sector. Address the specific legal regimes dealing with satellite communications law in particular at the international level. Examine the role of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in allocating, allotting and assigning frequency spectrum and orbital slots/orbits, and the role of the World Trade Organization (WTO) in regulating the international trade in satellite communication services. Also, the unique roles of the international satellite organizations INTELSAT and INMARSAT, especially since their transition to privatized companies kicked off, will be addressed. Finally, other, more regional developments in the USA, Europe and elsewhere will be briefly touched upon.