State Department on Code of Conduct for Outer Space Activities

Statement by Secretary Clinton: International Code of Conduct for Outer Space Activities
“The long-term sustainability of our space environment is at serious risk from space debris and irresponsible actors. Ensuring the stability, safety, and security of our space systems is of vital interest to the United States and the global community. These systems allow the free flow of information across platforms that open up our global markets, enhance weather forecasting and environmental monitoring, and enable global navigation and transportation.”
Fact Sheet: An International Code of Conduct for Outer Space Activities
“The Obama Administration is committed to ensuring that an International Code enhances national security and maintains the United States’ inherent right of individual and collective self-defense, a fundamental part of international law. The United States would only subscribe to such a Code of Conduct if it protects and enhances the national and economic security of the United States, our allies, and our friends. The Administration is committed to keeping the U.S. Congress informed as our consultations with the spacefaring community progress.”
Keith’s note: This statement and the Fact Sheet was sent to me by the State Department Press Office in separate emails – both with this same note: “This email is UNCLASSIFIED.”
Duh.