Note: Single-source report; awaiting corroboration.
The Kingdom of Morocco officially signed the Artemis Accords on April 29 in Rabat, becoming the 64th nation to commit to principles of responsible space exploration.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman welcomed Morocco as the newest signatory, emphasizing the accords as a framework for nations to engage in peaceful space exploration. He noted that partners will contribute to the collective effort of establishing a sustained human presence on the lunar surface, with citizens from all Artemis nations playing significant roles in humanity’s space endeavors.
Morocco's Foreign Minister, Nasser Bourita, signed the accords on behalf of the country, highlighting Morocco’s commitment to shared values in critical sectors. The ceremony also included Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau and U.S. Ambassador Duke Buchan III.
Established in 2020 by the United States, the Artemis Accords set practical principles to improve safety and coordination among governments and private entities exploring the Moon, Mars, and beyond.
Key commitments include peaceful and transparent exploration, rendering aid in emergencies, enabling access to scientific data, ensuring activities do not interfere with others, and preserving historically significant sites and artifacts through best practices in space exploration.
NASA anticipates more countries will join the Artemis Accords as it works toward a safe, peaceful, and prosperous future in space.
More information on the Artemis Accords is available at the NASA website.