Science & Space
Albania Joins Artemis Accords as Coalition Reaches 73 Signatories
Albania signed NASA’s Artemis Accords in Washington, becoming the coalition’s 73rd signatory during a Monday ceremony.
What happened
The Republic of Albania signed the Artemis Accords at NASA headquarters in Washington on Monday. The agreement places Albania among nations committed to responsible and transparent space exploration, making it the accords’ 73rd signatory.
Why it matters
Albania’s signing expands the group of countries publicly committed to responsible and transparent space exploration. The source identifies no specific commercial, funding, technology, or employment consequences from the agreement.
Source: NASA