Austria Joins Artemis Accords: A Milestone for International Space Cooperation

PeopleOther ♦ Published: December 12, 2024; 22:05 ♦ (Vindobona)

Austria has become the 50th country to sign the Artemis Accords, thus taking an important step towards international cooperation in space research. Ambassador Petra Schneebauer signed the agreement in the presence of NASA Administrator Bill Nelson and Jennifer R. Littlejohn, Acting Assistant Secretary of State at the US Department of State.

NASA chief Bill Nelson (l.) and Jennifer R. Littlejohn (US State Department) (r.) watch as the Austrian ambassador to the USA, Petra Schneebauer, signs the Artemis Accords. / Picture: © NASA/Joel Kowsky

By signing the Artemis Accords, Austria is reaffirming its commitment to the peaceful, responsible, and cooperative exploration of outer space. “Austria is proud to be part of this important initiative,” said Ambassador Schneebauer. “By signing the Accords, we reaffirm our commitment to the peaceful use of outer space and strengthen our support for strong multilateral partnerships…