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Asharq Al-Awsat
3 days ago
- General
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Saudi Arabia Takes Part in 64th COPUOS Legal Subcommittee Session in Vienna
Saudi Arabia, represented by the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) and the Saudi Space Agency (SSA), participated in the 64th session of the Legal Subcommittee of the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS), held in Vienna, Austria, from May 5 to 16, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday. The session aimed to address legal issues related to space activities, including the legal aspects of the use of outer space and the challenges arising from commercial activities and space debris. The session witnessed discussions and a general exchange of views on several topics related to the peaceful use of outer space, a review of the status and application of the five United Nations treaties related to outer space, and the definition and delimitation of outer space, in addition to various other topics. COPUOS was established by the UN General Assembly more than 65 years ago and is headquartered in Vienna. The committee began with 24 member states and has since expanded to 102, making it one of the larger UN committees. The United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) serves as the committee's secretariat.
Gulf Insider
15-05-2025
- Science
- Gulf Insider
Saudi Arabia to Launch First Space Weather Satellite
Saudi Arabia has signed a landmark agreement with the US National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to launch its first satellite dedicated to studying space weather, under the Artemis II deal marks a new milestone in Saudi–US scientific cooperation and reinforces the Kingdom's role in global space exploration during the official visit of US President Donald Trump to Riyadh, the agreement builds upon the broader US–Saudi space cooperation framework formalized in July 2024 and reflects the growing strength of bilateral ties in science, technology, and innovation. The mission, led by the Saudi Space Agency (SSA), underscores Saudi Arabia's commitment to the Artemis Accords — an international framework promoting peaceful and collaborative exploration of the Moon, Mars, and new satellite will collect high-resolution data on solar activity and its effects on Earth's magnetic field, contributing to global efforts to protect astronauts, improve satellite navigation and communications, and enhance space weather forecasting. The initiative falls under the National Industrial Development and Logistics Program (NIDLP), a Vision 2030 realization program aimed at advancing domestic industrial content and building national expertise in strategic technologies. It also aligns with the Kingdom's goal of becoming a knowledge-driven, innovation-led economy and bolstering local talent in the growing space sector. Also read: Elon Musk: Starlink Has Been Approved In Saudi Arabia
Zawya
15-05-2025
- Science
- Zawya
Saudi Arabia to launch first space weather satellite under Artemis II mission
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has signed a landmark agreement with the US National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to launch its first satellite dedicated to studying space weather, under the Artemis II mission. The deal marks a new milestone in Saudi–US scientific cooperation and reinforces the Kingdom's role in global space exploration initiatives. Signed during the official visit of US President Donald Trump to Riyadh, the agreement builds upon the broader US–Saudi space cooperation framework formalized in July 2024 and reflects the growing strength of bilateral ties in science, technology, and innovation. The mission, led by the Saudi Space Agency (SSA), underscores Saudi Arabia's commitment to the Artemis Accords — an international framework promoting peaceful and collaborative exploration of the Moon, Mars, and beyond. The new satellite will collect high-resolution data on solar activity and its effects on Earth's magnetic field, contributing to global efforts to protect astronauts, improve satellite navigation and communications, and enhance space weather forecasting. The initiative falls under the National Industrial Development and Logistics Program (NIDLP), a Vision 2030 realization program aimed at advancing domestic industrial content and building national expertise in strategic technologies. It also aligns with the Kingdom's goal of becoming a knowledge-driven, innovation-led economy and bolstering local talent in the growing space sector. © Copyright 2022 The Saudi Gazette. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
India Today
14-05-2025
- Science
- India Today
Donald Trump meets Mohammed bin Salman: Nasa to fly Saudi CubeSat to Moon
Nasa and the Saudi Space Agency have signed a new agreement to send a Saudi CubeSat on Nasa's Artemis II test flight, marking a new chapter in international space announcement was made in Riyadh by President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during the president's visit to Saudi Saudi CubeSat, a small satellite about the size of a shoebox, will be deployed in high Earth orbit from the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket once Nasa's Orion spacecraft is safely on its way to the Moon with its crew of four This compact satellite will carry instruments to measure key aspects of space weather, including space radiation, solar X-rays, solar energetic particles, and magnetic fields at various distances from Artemis II mission is Nasa's first crewed flight under the Artemis program, aiming to send humans around the Moon and back on a 10-day the Orion crew explores beyond Earth, the CubeSats-including those from Saudi Arabia, Germany, and South Korea-will detach from the SLS rocket to conduct scientific investigations in high Earth CubeSats are designed to test new technologies and collect data that will improve our understanding of the space environment, which is vital for future deep space Saudi CubeSat's mission will help scientists study how space weather affects satellites and astronauts, supporting safer and more efficient future missions to the Moon, Mars, and Watch
Asharq Al-Awsat
23-04-2025
- Business
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Saudi Arabia, India Strengthen Cooperation in the Field of Space for Peaceful Purposes
The Government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, represented by the Saudi Space Agency (SSA), signed a memorandum of understanding with the Government of the Republic of India, represented by the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), with the aim of enhancing cooperation in the field of space for peaceful purposes. According to a press release issued by the SSA, the agreement was part of the official agenda of the visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the Kingdom. It was signed on behalf of the Saudi side by Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Space Agency Abdullah Alswaha and on behalf of the Indian side by Indian Minister of External Affairs Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, in the presence of a number of officials from both sides, SPA reported. The memorandum of understanding aims to enhance cooperation in areas such as satellite capacity development, the advancement of space sciences and exploration, and the practical application of space technologies to serve various sectors. It also seeks to stimulate research and development, entrepreneurship, and academic engagement in the space technology sector. In a statement following the signing ceremony, Alswaha affirmed that the partnership in the field of space for peaceful purposes between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Republic of India represents an important step toward strengthening collaboration in space exploration and the development of space technologies. This partnership will contribute to economic diversification, promote sustainable growth for both friendly countries, and help build a future founded on innovation and science. CEO of the Saudi Space Agency Dr. Mohammed bin Saud Al-Tamimi explained that the memorandum represents a significant strategic step toward the development of joint projects that enrich knowledge, support progress in the space sector, and enhance the standing of both countries in this field at the regional and global levels. He pointed out that the memorandum of understanding comes as part of the broader international cooperation efforts adopted by the Kingdom, aiming to harness space-related technologies in the service of development and scientific discovery. This partnership is expected to contribute to a qualitative leap in the development of capabilities and skills in both friendly nations, raise the level of scientific, research, and technical cooperation in the space sector, and stimulate innovation and entrepreneurship in this vital field.
