Botswana to become 68th nation to sign Artemis Accords at NASA ceremony
The signing ceremony, hosted by NASA Deputy Administrator Matt Anderson, will take place on Thursday, June 25, at NASA Headquarters.
The Republic of Botswana is set to become the 68th country to sign the Artemis Accords during a formal ceremony at NASA Headquarters in Washington on Thursday, June 25. The event is scheduled to commence at 9:30 a.m. EDT and will mark Botswana’s formal commitment to the international principles governing civil space exploration.
NASA Deputy Administrator Matt Anderson will host the signing alongside Botswana’s Minister of Communications and Innovation, David Tshere, and U.S. Department of State Senior Advisor for Space, Gregory Autry. The accords establish a framework for the safety, transparency, and coordination of civil space activities on the Moon, Mars, and beyond.
The Artemis Accords were originally established in 2020 by NASA and the U.S. State Department, alongside seven founding nations. The initiative was launched in response to growing interest in lunar activities from both government entities and private companies, introducing the first set of practical principles to guide international cooperation in deep space exploration.
Media attendance for the ceremony is restricted to in-person participation only. Interested journalists must submit their requests for accreditation by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24, to [email protected]. NASA’s media accreditation policy is available online for those seeking further details on attendance requirements.
Botswana’s accession to the accords expands the growing coalition of nations committed to these standards. The signing represents a significant step in the country’s engagement with global space governance and civil exploration efforts.
