India Signs Artemis Accords, Aims to Join International Space Exploration

India has signed the Artemis Accords, a set of principles for the exploration of the Moon and other celestial bodies. The agreement was signed by Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman S. Somanath and US National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Administrator Bill Nelson on June 21, 2023.

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The Artemis Accords are designed to promote international cooperation in space exploration. They include principles on safety, sustainability, transparency, and the peaceful use of space.

India's signing of the Artemis Accords is a significant step forward for the country's space program. It will allow India to participate in the Artemis Program, which is NASA's plan to return humans to the Moon by 2024.

The Artemis Program is also expected to boost the Indian space industry, as it will create new opportunities for Indian companies to work with NASA and other international partners.

The signing of the Artemis Accords is a major win for India, and is a sign that the country is committed to becoming a major player in international space exploration.

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