NASA has announced an upcoming ceremony at its headquarters in Washington, D.C., where the Republic of Serbia will officially sign the Artemis Accords. Scheduled for 5 p.m. EDT on Thursday, July 16, 2026, this significant event marks Serbia as the 69th nation to join the accords, further expanding the global commitment to safe and transparent space exploration. The ceremony will be hosted by NASA Deputy Administrator Matt Anderson and will feature key figures including Serbia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Marko Đurić and U.S. State Department Assistant Secretary for Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs Wesley Brooks. This event underscores a continuing international collaboration in space exploration initiatives. Initially established in 2020 during the first Trump Administration, the Artemis Accords were a response to burgeoning interest in lunar exploration from both governments and private entities. These accords set forth principles that enhance safety, transparency, and coordination among nations and private sectors involved in civil space missions, focusing on the Moon, Mars, and beyond. Media wishing to cover the ceremony are required to RSVP by 3 p.m. on the day of the event. More information can be found on NASA’s official website. Post navigation Crew of Three Joins Space Station