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India To Sign Artemis Accords, Joint NASA-ISRO Mission in 2024

Washington, D.C. - India Prime Minister Narendra Modi's has announced India has decided to join the Artemis Accords during his state visit to the United States on Thursday. In a joint announcement, the space agencies of both countries, NASA and ISRO, also revealed their agreement to collaborate on a groundbreaking joint space mission scheduled for 2024.

3 minute readUpdated 11:55 AM EDT, Sun March 31, 2024

Washington, D.C. - India Prime Minister Narendra Modi's has announced India has decided to join the Artemis Accords during his state visit to the United States on Thursday. In a joint announcement, the space agencies of both countries, NASA and ISRO, also revealed their agreement to collaborate on a groundbreaking joint space mission scheduled for 2024.

The Artemis Accords are an international agreement aimed at advancing space exploration and development, which has gained global recognition for its mission to promote peaceful and sustainable exploration of the Moon and beyond.

By signing the Accords, India aligns itself with the common vision of space exploration for the benefit of all humanity, joining an esteemed group of nations dedicated to the peaceful and responsible exploration of outer space.

India's decision to join the Artemis Accords, not only strengthens the partnership between the United States and India but also emphasizes their shared commitment to advancing space exploration and scientific knowledge.

The newly announced joint space mission, slated for 2024, marks a historic moment in the collaboration between NASA and ISRO. The details of the mission are yet to be disclosed, but the ambitious venture is expected to leverage the expertise and resources of both space agencies, harnessing their respective technological capabilities to accomplish groundbreaking scientific objectives. The decision to embark on a joint space mission reflects the mutual trust and confidence that NASA and ISRO have developed over the years, as well as their recognition of the immense potential that cooperation holds for advancing space science and exploration. It also underlines the significant strides made by India's space agency, ISRO, in establishing itself as a leading player in the global space arena.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the United States has been marked by discussions on a wide range of issues, including climate change, healthcare, and trade. However, the announcement of India's participation in the Artemis Accords and the subsequent joint space mission has undoubtedly captured the imagination and excitement of space enthusiasts around the world.

With India joining the Artemis Accords and embarking on a joint space mission with the United States, the stage is set for an era of remarkable advancements and discoveries in space exploration. The convergence of scientific expertise, technological prowess, and shared goals between NASA and ISRO is poised to shape the future of space exploration and open up new frontiers for humanity.

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Zac Aubert
Zac Aubert
Zachary Aubert is the Founder and CEO of The Launch Pad Network.

As a journalist Zac writes about space exploration, technology, and science. He has covered Inspiration-4, Artemis-1, Starship IFT-1, AX-2 on location.
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