Sign The Artemis Agreement, Slovenia Supports The Moon Exploration Mission

The signing of the Artemis Agreement by Matev

JAKARTA Slovenia, a small country in Europe, signed the Artemis Agreement on Friday, April 19. The contract officially made Slovenia the 39th country to support NASA's lunar exploration mission. The Artemis agreement was signed by the Secretary of State, Matev Francis, from the Ministry of Economy, Tourism and Sports of the European Union (UE). The agreement was agreed upon at the United States Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the country. Although it was not held at NASA Headquarters, the ceremony for signing the Artemis contract was still attended by NASA. Representatives who came were Senior Officials, Rebecca Bresnik and Astronot, Randy Bresnik who were descendants of Slovenia. Sovenia continues to seek safe and sustainable space exploration. The country also supports the principles, values, and rules of use of space peacefully so that they decide to join the Artemis Agreement.Oleh therefore, the US Ambassador to Slovenia Jamie Harpootlian who was also present at the inauguration of the cooperation said that he was pleased with Slovenia's decision. According to him, the country can collaborate in the fields of science and technology.

"We recognize Slovenia as a rising leader in the space sector. We look forward to bringing our collaboration with Slovenia in science, technology, and innovation to new levels," Harpootlian said. Meanwhile, NASA Administrator Bill Nelson who was unable to attend welcomed Slovenia's decision. For Nelson, NASA and Slovenia's cooperation further strengthens good relations between the country and the US. Naelson believes that Slovenia's joining is a good decision because it is currently a golden age for the world of lunar exploration. "The era will be written by countries that (join to) explore the cosmos openly."