South Korea and US Engage in Space Collaboration Talks on Lunar Exploration and Navigation
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Synopsis
On April 15, South Korea and the US convened to discuss enhancing cooperation in space exploration, particularly focusing on lunar missions, satellite navigation, and maritime domain awareness. This dialogue represents a significant step in strengthening their collaborative efforts in the realm of space.
Key Takeaways
- Enhancements in lunar exploration collaboration.
- Strengthening satellite navigation systems.
- Improving maritime domain awareness through space assets.
- Building a resilient space supply chain.
- Pursuing trilateral space cooperation with Japan.
Seoul, April 15 (NationPress) South Korea and the United States have engaged in discussions aimed at enhancing their space collaboration, focusing on lunar exploration, satellite navigation, and maritime domain awareness, as reported by Seoul's foreign ministry on Tuesday.
The fourth Civil Space Dialogue was held in Washington on Monday (local time), marking the first high-level discussions on space cooperation since the commencement of the second term of the Donald Trump administration, according to the Yonhap news agency.
The allied nations deliberated on increasing South Korea's involvement in the US Artemis lunar exploration program and explored potential opportunities for Seoul's participation in ongoing US space missions spearheaded by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), as stated by the ministry.
Additionally, they examined strategies to bolster interoperability between South Korea's Korea Positioning System, currently in development, and the US Global Positioning System.
Both countries committed to ongoing cooperation to ensure the safety of space operations and to promote the long-term sustainability of outer space.
Recognizing the increasing significance of maritime domain awareness through the utilization of space-based assets, they investigated methods for relevant authorities to collaborate in enhancing cooperation on information and infrastructure.
They also discussed strategies to construct a resilient space industry supply chain, including sharing component testing and radiation test data.
They reaffirmed their dedication to fostering peaceful space exploration and agreed to pursue trilateral space cooperation with Japan in the private and commercial sectors, as per the ministry's statement.
