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The United States is currently a party to numerous binding international treaties across various domains, including arms control, environmental protection, human rights, trade, and space law. These treaties are cataloged in the U.S. Department of State’s annual publication, Treaties in Force, which provides a comprehensive list of bilateral and multilateral agreements to which the U.S. is a party .

Below is an overview of some of the most significant treaties currently binding on the United States:

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🌐 Major Multilateral Treaties Binding on the U.S.

1. Outer Space Treaty (1967)

Establishes the framework for international space law, prohibiting the placement of nuclear weapons in space and limiting the use of the Moon and other celestial bodies to peaceful purposes .

2. Antarctic Treaty (1959)

Designates Antarctica as a scientific preserve, bans military activity on the continent, and suspends territorial sovereignty claims .

3. Seabed Arms Control Treaty (1971)

Prohibits the emplacement of nuclear weapons and other weapons of mass destruction on the ocean floor beyond a 12-mile coastal zone .

4. United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG) (1980)

Provides a uniform framework for international commerce by establishing consistent rules for the sale of goods between parties in different countries .

5. International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) (1966)

Commits signatories to respect the civil and political rights of individuals, including freedoms of speech, assembly, and religion .

6. Convention Against Torture (1984)

Obligates parties to prevent and punish acts of torture and other cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment .

7. Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (1965)

Aims to eliminate racial discrimination and promote understanding among all races .

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📘 How to Access the Full List of U.S. Treaties
• Treaties in Force (TIF): An annual publication by the U.S. Department of State listing all treaties and agreements currently in force. It is organized by subject and country and is available electronically .
• Treaties and Other International Acts Series (TIAS): Publishes the full texts of treaties and agreements to which the U.S. is a party. While there may be delays in publication, TIAS serves as an official source for treaty texts .
• HeinOnline and Westlaw: Subscription-based databases that provide comprehensive access to U.S. treaties and agreements, including historical documents .

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If you are interested in treaties within a specific domain (e.g., environmental agreements, arms control, trade), feel free to ask for more detailed information.