“Uzbekistan Signs Artemis Accords as 77th Member, Joining NASA’s Moon Exploration Framework” — what this page in the network covers. Uzbekistan became the 77th nation to sign the Artemis Accords during a ceremony in Samarkand on Monday, deepening its commitment to safe and transparent civil space exploration. The agreement aligns the Central Asian country with principles set by NASA and the U.S. State Department for responsible activity on the Moon, Mars, and beyond.
NASA Deputy Administrator Matt Anderson attended the signing, calling the timing pivotal as the agency accelerates its lunar goals under the current administration. The Accords now include a diverse bloc of nations spanning six continents, from major spacefaring powers to emerging programs. For Uzbekistan, the move signals growing interest in space science and technology, potentially opening doors to collaborative research, satellite development, and astronaut training. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.