Saudi Space Agency & JAXA Sign Cooperation Agreement in Riyadh

The Saudi Space Agency has signed a memorandum of cooperation with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) covering space activities and the peaceful use of outer space.

Areas of cooperation include space applications, use of the space environment, space science and exploration, space transportation, research and development, advancement of space industries, education and awareness, human capital development and training.

The agreement was signed in Riyadh by Saudi Space Agency Acting CEO Dr Mohammed bin Saud Al-Tamimi and JAXA President Dr Hiroshi Yamakawa. The memorandum is intended to expand Saudi-Japanese cooperation in the space sector through knowledge exchange, joint expertise and capability development.