Artemis Accords

The Artemis Accords is a set of U.S.-led non-binding principles signed by over 50 nations to guide civil space exploration. Its purpose is to establish a shared framework for peaceful and safe activities on the Moon and Mars, and to promote cooperation and transparency among signatory nations.

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A concept image of NASA’s Fission Surface Power Project.

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NASA fast-tracks lunar nuclear reactor amid new space race

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NASA's plan is governed by a complex framework of international accords including the 1967 Outer Space Treaty.

A map of the Moon including craters, a mountain range and four landing sites

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Eight nations craft rules to develop Moon from business 'safe zones'

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The U.S. persuaded seven nations to sign agreements for cooperating and extracting resources from the Moon's surface.