power generation in space objects (art. 1(2)). Thus, an accident involving a nuclear power source in outer space could be covered by the Convention. In the event of an accident within the meaning of the Convention, the State party must provide the required notification forthwith and must promptly provide available information relevant to minimizing the radiological consequences (art. 2). Moreover, the required information is to be supplemented at appropriate intervals (art. 5(2)). The Convention also sets out the particulars. of the information that is to be provided (art. 5(1)). There is also a requirement that the State party providing information under the Convention respond promptly to a request for further information or consultations sought by an affected State party with a view to minimizing the radiological consequences in that State, as far as reasonably practicable (art. 6). CONVENTION ON ASSISTANCE IN THE CASE OF A NUCLEAR ACCIDENT OR RADIOLOGICAL EMERGENCY. DONE AT VIENNA, 26 SEPTEMBER 1986; ENTERED INTO FORCE 26 FEBRUARY 1987; FOR THE UNITED STATES 20 OCTOBER 1988. This Convention is a companion agreement to the Notification Convention .and would be applicable to activities relating to the peaceful exploration and use of outer space in so far as an accident involving a nuclear power source in outer space which was covered by the Notification Convention could also cause damage on earth which might be the subject of an assistance request under this Convention. The Convention provides that States parties shall co-operate between themselves and with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA or Agency) to facilitate prompt assistance in the event of a nuclear accident or radiological emergency, as provided for in the Convention on Early Notification, to minimize the consequences and to protect life, property and the environment from the effects of radioactive releases (art. 1(1)). It 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing international agreements and regulations related to nuclear accidents and radiological emergencies in outer space. The focus is on cooperation and assistance between states and international organizations to minimize the consequences of such accidents. This suggests that the category is related to science and technology, as well as natural resources and environment.

**Category**
Natural resources and environment, Science and technology