Peru and Slovakia Join NASA's Artemis Accords: A New Era in Space Exploration
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Peru and Slovakia signed NASA's Artemis Accords on May 30, 2024. |
| Location | NASA's Washington headquarters. |
| Order of Signing | Peru signed first, followed by Slovakia. |
| Country Rankings | Peru became the 41st country to sign; Slovakia became the 42nd. |
| About Artemis Accords | Launched by NASA and seven other nations in 2000. |
| Purpose | Nonbinding political commitment for safe and peaceful space exploration. |
| Rooted | Principles established in the core space treaties. |
| Aim | To shape activities of diverse actors in space exploration. |
| Space Governance | Building a global coalition around democratic principles and values in the USA. |
| Strategic Framework | The United States emphasizes protecting civil, military, and commercial interests in space. |
| Global Participation | Inclusive of countries at all stages of space development. |
| Example Priorities | Luxembourg emphasizes space resource mining. |
| Impact on New Signees | Encourages early efforts and commitment to shaping future space activities. |