The Republic of Paraguay has become the 67th nation to sign the Artemis Accords, a set of principles guiding civil space exploration, during a ceremony held in Asunción. This milestone reflects Paraguay’s dedication to the peaceful and responsible use of outer space.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman expressed pride in welcoming Paraguay into the coalition of nations committed to these shared principles. He stated, “Today, I am proud to welcome Paraguay as the 67th signatory to the Artemis Accords. They join an ever-growing coalition of like-minded nations committed to the peaceful, transparent, and responsible exploration of space.”
The Artemis Accords, established during President Trump’s administration, outline how nations will explore the Moon, Mars, and beyond. Isaacman emphasized that the accords are being put into practice with the upcoming Moon Base, creating opportunities for all signatories, including Paraguay, to participate in lunar exploration.
During the signing ceremony, U.S. Embassy Asunción Chargé d’Affaires ad interim Aaron Pratt conveyed Isaacman’s remarks. The Minister President of the Paraguayan Space Agency, Osvaldo Almirón Riveros, signed the accords on behalf of Paraguay, highlighting that this agreement signifies a historic milestone for the nation. “The signing of the Artemis Accords represents a historic milestone for Paraguay and reflects our commitment to international cooperation, the peaceful use of outer space, scientific development, and the advancement of national space capabilities,” said Almirón Riveros.
Established in 2014, the Paraguayan Space Agency has been developing capabilities in satellite technology and Earth observation, collaborating with international partners. Its first satellite, GuaraníSat‑1, was launched from the International Space Station in 2021, and preparations are underway for the launch of its second satellite, GuaraníSat‑2, scheduled for October aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. This mission is being developed in collaboration with NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory and other partners.
The Artemis Accords were initiated in 2020 by the United States, along with seven other founding nations, in response to the increasing interest in lunar activities from both governmental and private sectors. The accords introduce practical principles aimed at enhancing safety and coordination among nations as they explore celestial bodies.
Signing the Artemis Accords entails a commitment to peaceful exploration, transparency, providing aid to those in need, ensuring access to scientific data for all humanity, and preserving historically significant sites in space. More countries are anticipated to join the Artemis Accords in the future as NASA works towards establishing a safe and prosperous environment for space exploration.
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