Senegal Joins the Artemis Accords, Charting a Course for Peaceful Space Exploration
Washington D.C. – NASA proudly announces that the Republic of Senegal has officially become the newest signatory to the Artemis Accords. This significant step marks Senegal’s commitment to the shared vision of responsible and peaceful exploration and utilization of outer space, aligning with the principles established by NASA and its international partners.
The Artemis Accords, a set of non-binding principles, serve as a guide for space exploration activities, promoting transparency, responsible behavior, and adherence to international law, including the Outer Space Treaty. By signing, Senegal joins a growing coalition of nations dedicated to ensuring that space exploration benefits all of humanity.
This partnership underscores Senegal’s growing interest and ambition in the space sector. As a signatory, Senegal will play a vital role in fostering a cooperative and sustainable future for space activities, from scientific research and discovery to the potential for future human endeavors beyond Earth.
NASA Administrator Bill Nelson expressed his enthusiasm for Senegal’s accession, stating, “We are thrilled to welcome Senegal as the newest signatory to the Artemis Accords. Senegal’s commitment to these important principles is a testament to their dedication to advancing space exploration responsibly and collaboratively. Together, we will continue to explore the cosmos for the benefit of all humankind, ensuring that our activities in space are conducted peacefully, safely, and sustainably.”
The Artemis program, spearheaded by NASA, aims to land the first woman and the first person of color on the Moon and establish a sustainable lunar presence, laying the groundwork for future human missions to Mars. The Artemis Accords are crucial to building the international partnerships necessary to achieve these ambitious goals.
Senegal’s engagement with the Artemis Accords signifies a forward-looking approach to scientific and technological development. This collaboration is expected to foster new opportunities for educational initiatives, scientific research, and capacity building within Senegal, inspiring a new generation of scientists, engineers, and explorers.
The addition of Senegal to the Artemis Accords highlights the universal appeal of space exploration and the shared desire for peaceful cooperation in this vast frontier. NASA looks forward to a fruitful and collaborative relationship with Senegal as together, we reach for the stars.
NASA Welcomes Senegal as Newest Artemis Accords Signatory
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