BAKU: “In recent years, there has been growing attention to the contribution of space activities in addressing climate issues,” Samaddin Asadov, the Chairman of the Board of Azerbaijan’s Space Agency (Azercosmos), said at the World Space Leaders Summit held in Baku within the framework of COP29, APA reports.
According to Azeri-Press News Agency, Asadov noted that the Summit would focus on aligning the positions of participating countries with the theme “Joint Efforts for Joint Climate Action: Partnership, Potential, and Data Sharing.” The event aims to foster collaboration among nations to leverage space technology for climate action.
Asadov announced that the gathering would culminate in the adoption of the International Space-based Climate Action Commitment – COP29 Impact and Outcomes. “This adoption is not just an official procedure. It also carries symbolic meaning and historical resonance, representing our collective commitment,” he stated, highlighting the commitment’s significance.
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ultifaceted role of space technology, Asadov remarked that it is not merely a tool for exploration but is deeply integrated with digital infrastructure, climate action, innovation, sustainability, and global connectivity. He underscored the importance of space as a bridge connecting science, technology, policy, and action.
Furthermore, the summit serves as a platform to build stronger partnerships among space agencies, international organizations, governments, researchers, and the private sector. Asadov concluded by reinforcing the summit’s potential to enhance global cooperation in addressing climate challenges through space technology.