The Korea Aerospace Administration said on the 8th that Administrator Yoon Young-bin attended the '2025 Space Symposium' held in Colorado Springs, U.S., and established strategic partnerships with several countries.
First, the Korea Aerospace Administration signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Uzbekistan Space Agency on the 7th and agreed to specify cooperation in various fields, including satellite development, space workforce training, and sharing experience in national space policy and strategy, which are of major interest to Uzbekistan.
A Korea Aerospace Administration official noted, 'Cooperation with Uzbekistan will go beyond simple technology exports and support Uzbekistan's space activities, leading to opportunities for growth for both countries and further solidifying South Korea's role in the global space ecosystem.'
The Korea Aerospace Administration also signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Italian Space Agency (ASI) to strengthen cooperation in space environment and space exploration. A bilateral meeting was also held with the European Space Agency (ESA). During the bilateral meeting on the 7th, a framework was established to enhance cooperation in areas of mutual interest for both organizations, including network operation, ground data systems, space exploration, and satellite navigation.
Administrator Yoon Young-bin said, 'This international cooperation has achieved significant progress in establishing a multidimensional cooperation structure that combines technological cooperation, industrial entry, and personnel exchange, beyond a simple diplomatic achievement.' He added, 'The Korea Aerospace Administration will drive technological exchange and mutual growth through cooperation with both developed and emerging countries and strive to establish itself as a key partner in international space cooperation.'