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Engaging in space diplomacy is essential to prevent conflicts, resolve disputes and promote peaceful coexistence in outer space.

Amidst the evolving stance on UAPs by NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration, it's the culmination of our 'Earth's Pivotal Encounter with the Unknown' series! The latest installment of #AIChats delves deep into Earth's transformative moments with extraterrestrial beings. This article stands at the intersection of diplomacy, innovative communication, and the vast potential of interstellar relations. As professionals and enthusiasts of emerging technologies and global phenomena, your insights and perspectives are invaluable. Join the dialogue and contribute to shaping the narrative of Earth's interstellar journey. #aichats #futuristicdialogue #artificialintelligence #machinelearning #SpaceInnovations #TechTrends

US State Drpt: Argentina Signs the Artemis Accords - 27 July 2023 18:32 Office of the Spokesperson: In a ceremony hosted by President Alberto Fernández at the Casa Rosada, Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation Daniel Filmus signed the Artemis Accords on behalf of the Argentine Republic. The ceremony took place during the visit of NASA Administrator Bill Nelson to Argentina. Administrator Nelson gave remarks, as did U.S. Ambassador Marc R. Stanley, President Fernández, and Foreign Minister Cafiero. Argentina became the 28th nation to sign the Accords, and the fifth Latin American country, following Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador and Mexico. Since January 2023, five nations have joined the Accords: the Czech Republic, Spain, Ecuador, India, and now Argentina. The diverse Accords signatories – spanning every permanently inhabited continent – represent a growing multilateral conversation and share a common vision of peaceful space cooperation. By signing the Accords, Argentina has demonstrated its commitment to important principles such as transparency, emergency assistance and release of scientific data in its space activities. The United States and Argentina have a long history of cooperating in space, including in space geodetic research; satellite-based Earth observations; and in bilateral trade and investment in space-related goods and services. Through the Artemis Accords, our nations share a common understanding and approach to safe and sustainable exploration and use of outer space. The Artemis Accords were launched on October 13, 2020, with eight nations. Jointly led by the Department of State and NASA for the United States, the Accords are grounded in the Outer Space Treaty of 1967. With Argentina’s signature, the twenty-eight Accords signatories are: Argentina, Australia, Bahrain, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Czech Republic, Ecuador, France, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Mexico, New Zealand, Nigeria, Poland, the Republic of Korea, Romania, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Ukraine, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and the United States. More info at https://lnkd.in/dDspydFi

Engaging in space diplomacy is essential to prevent conflicts, resolve disputes and promote peaceful coexistence in outer space.

SINOTALKS's Editorial Caught Global Attention & "Moon Diplomacy" Our editorial titled "The Moon, Artificial Intelligence, & U.S.-China Relations" (https://lnkd.in/gNhgdnDR) has been well-received. #ChinaDaily interviewed #Sinotalks CEO Dr. Mei Gechlik, who encouraged China to invite scientists from different countries, including the #UnitedStates, to study #lunar samples recently brought back from the #Moon's far side. Dr. Gechlik was quoted: "The determination of US #scientists to stay competitive in lunar exploration may prompt them to urge US authorities to accept China's olive branch. [...] If this occurs, a new era of 'moon #diplomacy' will begin."(https://lnkd.in/gy6fMbR2). China Daily's article is also reported by #SpaceDaily (see below). https://lnkd.in/gsi_NXrP

Really interesting takes from the Council on Geostrategy on how space will impact the future of geopolitics. Below are my take aways: 🚀 Space domain provides military edge which has broader geopolitical impact 🛰 Commercial sector increasingly important for space powers but they are also actors in their own rights 🚀 space diplomacy and regulations need to keep up with the growing use of space 🛰 the strategic importance of space means that the number of states investing in space power will only increase 🚀 In many areas space has become mainstream in diplomacy https://lnkd.in/efhcvE8r Gabriel Elefteriu FRAeS Mann Virdee AstroAnalytica John B. Sheldon European Space Policy Institute (ESPI) Aditya Ramanathan Clémence POIRIER Theodora Vassilika Ogden RAND Corporation Namrata Goswami #geopolitics #astropolitics

Diplomacy and international affairs are taking on the next frontier! Learn more about space exploration and international affairs Thursday evening in ICC Auditorium. Georgetown Journal of International Affairs Georgetown University Space Initiative Georgetown University Astronomical Society

My latest article on Space Diplomacy discusses how problems in space transcend nations, the amazing ideas of Isaac Asimov and its relevance today. “When it comes to space, we are facing problems that transcend nations. It doesn’t matter who is creating more satellites or creating more debris, we all get it in the neck in the end. Therefore, a single nation cannot give a solution or tell other nations what to do. It is not Nation A telling Nation B instead it is the people of Earth telling themselves what to do next. The solution is a human solution.” Link in the first comment. #spaceexploration #spacesustainability #spacediplomacy

For anyone who's fascinated by all things related to the space race—the last frontier where we can truly let our imagination "fly" wild, this is a particularly sad moment. Since its launch in 1998, the International Space Stations (ISS) has become a symbol of #science diplomacy—the practice of nations putting politics aside to use or do science for the common good. When Russia announced last summer that it would withdraw from the ISS after 2024, the announcement came as no surprise. Space experts have been fretting about this possibility since February 2022, but it was nonetheless disheartening to say the least. With private entities dominating the space economy and the International Space Station approaching its decommissioning, the future of #diplomacy in space is uncertain. (But then again, the future of diplomacy on planet Earth is not looking particularly promising either...) As the war keeps on raging 250 miles below on Earth, the ability for astronauts and cosmonauts sharing a craft the size of a six-bedroom house to focus on the mission instead of the war has become impossible. Stephen Walker, the author of "Beyond: The Astonishing Story of the First Human to Leave Our Planet and Journey into Space" has written a poignant piece on this for The Guardian, which I strongly recommend to anyone interested in the fate of Track 1.5 diplomacy. The inevitable demise of these last links of civil cooperation amid Russia's aggression in Ukraine has sent relations between Washington and Moscow to a new post-Cold War low. As Walker notes, in its final months, for now the ISS, a brilliant star moving steadily west to east as its acre of solar panels catch the sunlight below the horizon, remains a moral embarrassment for some, a beacon of hope for others. "But undeniably astonishing." Read here: https://lnkd.in/dZsW3Rm5 #SpaceStation #spacecooperation #diplomacy #Russia #UkraineWar #spaceindustry

Why is Meridian International Center hosting a live-streamed Space Diplomacy Forum today? >>>From tackling climate change to advancing global health security, space should be better leveraged as a tool to overcome our greatest shared challenges as a planet. >>>The space economy could grow to $1.8T by 2035, according to a report released earlier this month by the World Economic Forum in partnership with McKinsey & Company. Meridian is forging partnerships between governments, businesses and academic institutions in the U.S. and those around the world to make the space economy accessible and inclusive. >>>Technological advancements have made launching satellites easier than ever and an increasing number of nations are doing so. But low Earth orbit is getting crowded and without better coordination and some sort of regulatory framework, dangerous collisions will occur and space debris will become rampant. International governance is needed. Tune into today's program right here on LinkedIn from 11 am to 5:15 pm EDT, held as part of the U.S. Department of State's #SpaceDiplomacyWeek, to learn how Meridian is advancing international partnerships and a responsible global regulatory framework that also encourages and maximizes the benefits of the growing space economy. Over 30 space visionaries from 10 nations will discuss the #ArtemisAccords, space economy talent development, space commercialization, opportunities for emerging space faring nations, the next generation of space stations and cross-border educational partnerships among other themes. https://lnkd.in/eRCpGSqW