USA and Luxembourg Sign Framework Agreement for Space Resource Exploration Cooperation
Luxembourg, December 13, 2024 – The United States and Luxembourg have signed a groundbreaking framework agreement to collaborate on the exploration and utilization of space resources for peaceful purposes.
The agreement was signed by U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Luxembourg’s Minister for Foreign and European Affairs Jean Asselborn during a ceremony in Luxembourg City.
Under the terms of the agreement, the two countries will:
- Establish a joint working group to coordinate efforts in space resource exploration and utilization.
- Share data, technologies, and best practices related to space resources.
- Promote responsible and sustainable practices for space resource exploration.
- Facilitate commercial partnerships between U.S. and Luxembourg companies involved in space resource activities.
“This agreement is a significant milestone in our bilateral relationship and will pave the way for groundbreaking cooperation in the exploration and utilization of space resources,” Secretary Blinken said. “Together, the United States and Luxembourg are committed to advancing scientific knowledge, fostering economic growth, and ensuring the peaceful and responsible development of space.”
Minister Asselborn emphasized the importance of international cooperation in space exploration. “Luxembourg has been a pioneer in the field of space resources, and we are proud to partner with the United States to advance our shared interests,” he said. “This agreement will create opportunities for innovation, growth, and prosperity for our countries and for all of humanity.”
The agreement recognizes the potential economic benefits of space resource utilization, including the development of new materials, technologies, and energy sources. It also emphasizes the importance of protecting the environment and mitigating potential risks associated with space resource exploration.
The joint working group established under the agreement will meet regularly to develop a roadmap for cooperation, identify potential areas of collaboration, and facilitate the exchange of information and expertise.
The United States and Luxembourg have a long history of cooperation in space exploration. In 2017, the two countries signed an agreement to collaborate on the development of a space mining system. Luxembourg has also been a key partner in NASA’s Artemis program, which aims to return humans to the Moon by 2025.
The new framework agreement is seen as a major step towards the establishment of a global framework for the exploration and utilization of space resources. It is hoped that the agreement will promote cooperation, foster innovation, and ensure the peaceful and responsible development of space for the benefit of all mankind.
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