Thursday, October 29, 2026

1980-10-30 · 46 years ago

ESA Convention enters into force

Date the instrument took legal effect · Date as reported

The ESA Convention formally entered into force after France deposited its ratification. Completed the Convention's formal entry into force. ESA had already begun operations in 1975.

Historical significance

Completed the Convention's formal entry into force.

Category
Programs, Policy, and Governance
Type
Treaty entered into force
Organization
European Space Agency
Jurisdiction
International
Legal instrument
Convention for the Establishment of a European Space Agency

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