The agreement supports international cooperation and standards for future lunar and space activities
Latvia recently signed the Artemis Accords during a ceremony at NASA headquarters in Washington, becoming the 62nd country to join the framework for civil space cooperation. Latvia’s Minister for Education and Science, Dace Melbārde, signed on behalf of the country, joined by Latvian diplomat Jānis Beķeris and U.S. Under Secretary of State Jacob Helberg.
“We are proud to welcome Latvia to the Artemis Accords,” said NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman. “Each new signatory strengthens a coalition committed to the transparent and peaceful exploration of space. The accords are the foundation for real missions and real cooperation on the lunar surface, and Latvia’s commitment strengthens our shared vision for this next great era of exploration.”
The Artemis Accords, introduced in 2020 by the U.S. and partner nations, outlined principles for peaceful and transparent exploration, emergency assistance, data sharing, non-interference, and preservation of historic sites in space. Latvian officials said participation may also create opportunities for researchers and businesses. NASA recently outlined plans for continued lunar missions and a longer-term presence on the Moon.
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For Administrator Isaacman and NASA officials as they pursue cooperation in civil space exploration.
- For U.S. scientists, engineers, and researchers as they collaborate with other nations to develop technologies that benefit humanity.
- For the personnel in nations involved in space exploration to work cooperatively, uphold shared agreements, and conduct their activities with integrity.
Sources: Eurasia Review, Space News
