The Saudi Space Agency (SSA) and the Korea AeroSpace Administration (KASA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance bilateral cooperation in the space sector. The signing ceremony took place at the SSA’s headquarters in Riyadh and was attended by SSA CEO Dr. Mohammed bin Saud Al-Tamimi and KASA Administrator Yoon Young-bin, alongside senior officials from both organizations.
The agreement establishes a framework for joint initiatives and programs across various space-related fields, including deep space exploration, manned spaceflight missions, satellite launches and payloads, space science, engineering capacity-building, and the exchange of expertise in advanced space applications.
The MoU aims to deepen the strategic partnership between Saudi Arabia and South Korea by promoting the exchange of information and technologies, fostering the development of national capabilities, and advancing research and innovation in the space sector. Additionally, the collaboration is expected to create a favorable investment environment for the space industry, contributing to the growth of the space economy and elevating the global standing of both nations.
Dr. Al-Tamimi highlighted that the agreement reflects the Kingdom’s commitment to strengthening international partnerships in the space domain. He emphasized the importance of global collaboration as a key driver for advancing space technologies and supporting the expansion of the space economy.
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