Sweden Joins NASA’s Artemis Accords for Peaceful Space Exploration
In a significant step towards peaceful and responsible space exploration, Sweden has officially signed NASA’s Artemis Accords. The agreement was signed by Minister for Education Mats Persson and U.S. Ambassador Erik D. Ramanathan in Stockholm, solidifying Sweden’s commitment to working alongside the United States in space exploration.
Persson highlighted that signing the Accords strengthens Sweden’s strategic space partnership with the U.S. and marks an important milestone in their collaboration. Sweden now joins as the 38th nation to sign the Accords, following in the footsteps of Switzerland, Greece, and Uruguay.
The Artemis Accords, which mirror principles laid out in the Outer Space Treaty of 1967, are aimed at promoting peaceful and cooperative exploration of outer space. NASA administrator Bill Nelson welcomed Sweden to the global coalition committed to exploring space openly, transparently, responsibly, and in peace.
NASA’s upcoming Artemis missions, including Artemis 2 in 2025 and Artemis 3 in 2026, are set to mark a historic moment in space exploration. These missions will see the first crewed mission to the lunar surface since 1972, as NASA aims to return to the moon and further expand humanity’s reach into the cosmos.
The collaboration between Sweden and the U.S. in signing the Artemis Accords signifies a shared commitment to advancing space exploration in a peaceful and responsible manner. With plans for exciting missions ahead, both nations are looking forward to unlocking the mysteries of the universe and pushing the boundaries of human exploration in space.
