Artemis Accords Reach 67 Signatories

NASA and representatives from Artemis Accords signatory countries met in Lima, Peru, for a workshop focused on coordinating safe and responsible exploration of the Moon, Mars and beyond. The May 13–14 meeting marked the fourth annual workshop and the first to be held in South America.

Six countries—Latvia, Jordan, Morocco, Malta, Ireland and Paraguay—recently joined the accords, bringing the total number of signatories to 67. The United States, led by NASA and the U.S. Department of State, participated alongside representatives from about 30 countries, including several of the newest members.

Participants reviewed planned lunar landing and orbital missions and conducted a tabletop exercise on operating in complex lunar environments. Discussions covered non-interference, interoperability, scientific data sharing, orbital debris mitigation and the protection of historically significant lunar sites. NASA said more than a dozen lunar landing missions are expected over the next 18 months.

Peru hosted the workshop to expand regional participation. Officials said all South American signatory countries took part, with most attending in person. Established in 2020, the Artemis Accords outline principles for peaceful, transparent space exploration, including scientific cooperation, assistance to astronauts and the preservation of lunar heritage sites.