Saudi Arabian and US officials aim to boost mutual efforts in non-military space exploration
On Monday, a statement followed Saudi Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Eng. Abdullah Al-Swaha's visit to the US with a delegation from Saudi's digital and space industries.
The statement highlighted the two countries' intent to partner in space exploration for peaceful purposes and to explore commercial prospects in this sector.
Key points included talks on a potential agreement to formalize cooperative space exploration, reflecting Saudi Arabia's involvement in the Artemis Accords, and a plan to increase joint space and earth science missions.
Eng. Al-Swaha stated the alignment of this initiative with both nations' goals to enhance their strategic partnership and contribute to sustainable advancement in space technology and skilled workforce development through shared expertise.
This statement is the latest in a series of collaborations between the historically allied nations.