The Republic of Uzbekistan formally joined the Artemis Accords with a commitment to upholding its guiding principles on Monday, September 18, 2023, marking the 77th nation to sign the agreement. This occurred during a formal ceremony held in Samarkand, overseen by NASA Deputy Administrator Matt Anderson. President Donald Trump’s directive mandates NASA to develop strategies for sustainable lunar exploration and utilization. The accords prioritize safe, transparent, and responsible civil space activities among participating countries. Uzbekistan's accession underscores growing international collaboration within the framework established for future deep-space missions.
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