Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Participates in UN Meetings on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia participated in the sixty-ninth session of the United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS), which was held in Vienna, Austria. These significant international meetings took place from June 10 to June 18, 2026.
This participation comes within the framework of the Kingdom's commitment to enhancing its role in the global space sector and supporting international cooperation in the fields of science and technology. The committee aims to discuss laws and regulations that ensure the use of space in a safe and beneficial manner for all nations.
During the meetings, representatives of the participating countries discussed ways to develop space technologies, how to protect the space environment from pollution, and the strengthening of scientific partnerships among member states. Emphasis was also placed on the importance of utilizing space to support sustainable development on Earth.
This step is considered part of the Kingdom's Vision 2030, which aims to develop the national space sector and encourage innovation and scientific research. Through such participation, the Kingdom seeks to exchange expertise with the international community to ensure a bright future in space exploration.