Under the 2025–2029 Action Plan, Pakistan and China have agreed to establish a space science training centre, expand astronaut training, and deepen cooperation in lunar and Earth observation technologies.
Pakistan and China have agreed to enhance their long-standing space science collaboration by establishing a joint space training centre in Pakistan under their 2025–2029 Action Plan. The agreement is part of efforts to boost cooperation in astronaut training and further cooperation in advanced space sciences.Geo News
This initiative forms part of their broader 2021–2030 Space Cooperation Outline Program, led by the China National Space Science Administration and Pakistan’s SUPARCO.Geo News
Together, the two nations reaffirmed commitments to:
- Jointly select and train astronauts — advancing Pakistan’s potential involvement in human spaceflight missions with China.
- Expand collaboration into lunar and deep space exploration, including heightened engagement with the International Lunar Research Station.
- Enhance access to Earth observation technologies. This includes leveraging China’s Earth Observation platform to support Pakistan’s agriculture, disaster management, water resource planning, climate monitoring, and urban development goals.Geo News
The agreement underscores space technologies as a core pillar in Pakistan’s economic modernization and showcases the strategic depth of the China–Pakistan partnership.Geo News
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