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Ghana Space Science and Technology Institute	GSSTI	GH	National space research institute	Conducts space science and technology work within the Ghana Atomic Energy Commission. Its activities cover radio astronomy, satellite communications, Earth observation and space engineering. The institute develops research capabilities, technical expertise and applications intended to support national development and the use of space technologies in public and commercial activities.	Radio astronomy; Earth observation; satellite communications; engineering	Africa	https://gssti.org/
Hellenic Space Center	HSC	GR	National space agency	Supports Greece's space activities through policy development, technical services, research and industry support. It works with government on national space policy and develops international partnerships. The center also promotes scientific knowledge and supports the use of space technologies by citizens and public institutions within Greece's broader space-sector development efforts.	Space policy; research and industry support; applications; cooperation	Europe	https://hsc.gov.gr/en/homepage/
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Department for Space Policy and Space Activities	—	HU	Government space policy department	Manages Hungary's space policy and space activities within the foreign affairs and trade administration. Its work connects national space interests with international cooperation and supports the development of Hungary's research and industrial participation. The department provides a government policy function distinct from technical institutes, commercial companies and individual astronaut or satellite programs.	Space policy; international cooperation; sector coordination	Europe	https://kormany.hu/kulgazdasagi-es-kulugyminiszterium
Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre	IN-SPACe	IN	Government space promotion and authorization body	Promotes and authorizes participation by nongovernmental entities in India's space activities. It supports sector development, access to opportunities and cooperation between commercial organizations and the national space system. IN-SPACe has a facilitating and authorization role that is distinct from ISRO's research, engineering and mission-development responsibilities within India's space framework.	Space authorization; private-sector development; access facilitation	Asia	https://www.inspace.gov.in/
Indian Space Research Organisation	ISRO	IN	National space research and development organization	Develops India's space systems and conducts missions in Earth observation, communications, navigation and scientific exploration. Its activities encompass launch vehicles, spacecraft, ground infrastructure and applications that support public services and research. ISRO also develops human spaceflight capabilities and works with national and international partners on lunar, planetary and solar science missions.	Launch systems; satellites; Earth observation; exploration; human spaceflight	Asia	https://www.isro.gov.in/
Research Organization for Aeronautics and Space, BRIN	ORPA-BRIN	ID	Government aerospace research organization	Conducts aeronautics and space research within Indonesia's National Research and Innovation Agency. Its research centers address space science, rocket technology, aviation and satellite technology. The organization develops systems and technical knowledge and contributes to the national aerospace research ecosystem, continuing capabilities associated with the former LAPAN institutional structure.	Space science; rockets; satellites; aeronautics	Asia	https://brin.go.id/orpa
Iranian Space Agency	ISA	IR	National civil space agency	Coordinates Iran's civil space program and supports satellite technology and space applications. Its activities concern the development and use of space capabilities for national needs, including Earth observation and communications. The agency works within a wider national space sector that includes other research, industrial and defense organizations, whose activities should not automatically be attributed to it.	Civil space programs; satellite development; space applications	Middle East	https://isa.ir/
Israel Space Agency	ISA	IL	National civil space agency	Initiates, leads and coordinates Israel's civilian space program. It supports scientific research, space technology, industry and education and develops partnerships with other space organizations. Its activities help research institutions and companies participate in missions and develop applications, with a civil mandate that should be distinguished from Israel's defense space programs.	Civil space research; technology; industry support; education	Middle East	https://www.space.gov.il/en
Italian Space Agency	ASI	IT	National space agency	Coordinates Italian space activities and supports national participation in European and international programs. Its portfolio includes Earth observation, scientific missions, human spaceflight and technology development. ASI works with research institutions and industry on spacecraft and instruments, including radar observation capabilities and contributions to international scientific and exploration missions.	Earth observation; space science; human spaceflight; technology development	Europe	https://www.asi.it/
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency	JAXA	JP	National aerospace research and development agency	Conducts Japan's aerospace research and development across space transportation, satellites, space science, exploration and aviation. It develops launch systems, robotic missions and scientific instruments and contributes to international human spaceflight programs. Its portfolio includes Earth observation and asteroid exploration as well as technology research and collaboration with industry, universities and other agencies.	Aerospace research; launch systems; exploration; satellites; aviation	Asia	https://global.jaxa.jp/
Meteorological Satellite Center, Japan Meteorological Agency	MSC-JMA	JP	Government meteorological satellite center	Performs operation and development work for Japan's meteorological satellites within JMA. It supports the delivery of geostationary observations used in weather monitoring and forecasting. JMA headquarters handles satellite-program planning while the center provides specialized operational and technical capabilities, making it distinct from Japan's general aerospace research agency, JAXA.	Meteorological satellites; operations; data services; weather monitoring	Asia	https://www.jma.go.jp/jma/jma-eng/satellite/about.html
Aerospace Committee of Kazakhstan	Kazcosmos	KZ	Government aerospace administration committee	Administers Kazakhstan's aerospace responsibilities within the national government structure. Its role concerns the development and coordination of space activities, infrastructure and capabilities, including the country's satellite and space-sector interests. The committee is commonly associated with the Kazcosmos name and should be distinguished from individual state companies that build or operate satellite systems.	Space administration; satellite programs; aerospace coordination	Asia	https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kazcosmos?lang=en
Kenya Space Agency	KSA	KE	National space agency	Coordinates Kenya's space sector and develops national capabilities in space systems, applications and research. It helps government users apply satellite imagery and related information to planning, monitoring and socioeconomic development. The agency also supports technical infrastructure, innovation, education and coordination of the policy and regulatory framework for national space activities.	Space applications; Earth observation; capability development; sector coordination	Africa	https://ksa.go.ke/
Ministry of Education and Science, Space Policy Function	IZM	LV	Government space policy authority	Coordinates education, research and policy interests connected with Latvia's space sector. Its official space policy material sets out national strategic priorities and participation in ESA programs. The function supports opportunities for Latvian companies and research institutions to develop technologies, services and applications, in cooperation with other ministries responsible for economic development.	Space strategy; ESA participation; research; technology applications	Europe	https://www.izm.gov.lv/en/space-policy
Space Hub LT, Innovation Agency Lithuania	Space Hub LT	LT	Government space industry development office	Supports the development of Lithuania's space technology ecosystem within the national Innovation Agency. Its activities include helping early-stage ideas and businesses develop viable space products and services, connecting research and commercial capabilities and facilitating industry participation. The hub provides business-development support rather than the full operational mandate of a national mission agency.	Space entrepreneurship; incubation; technology development; industry support	Europe	https://www.inovacijuagentura.lt/en/
Luxembourg Space Agency	LSA	LU	Government space sector development agency	Supports the development of Luxembourg's space sector, emphasizing commercial activity, innovation and international partnerships. Its work connects companies, researchers and investors with opportunities in space technologies and applications. Space resources are a distinctive policy and business focus, alongside support for a broader ecosystem of companies developing products and services for the space economy.	Industry development; space resources; innovation; investment	Europe	https://www.space-agency.lu/
Malaysian Space Agency	MYSA	MY	National space agency	Implements Malaysia's space policy and leads research in space technology, science and applications. Its functions include coordination of satellite remote-sensing data, delivery of imagery through application systems and technical testing services. The agency supports the use of space capabilities by public institutions and develops national expertise in space-related technologies.	Space policy; remote sensing; research; testing	Asia	https://www.mysa.gov.my/
Mauritius Research and Innovation Council	MRIC	MU	Government research council and national space focal point	Supports research and innovation across Mauritius and serves as a national focal point for space matters. Its space activities include satellite technology, related capacity building and international partnerships. Through initiatives such as the MIR-SAT program, it develops experience in space systems and promotes practical applications alongside its wider research and innovation responsibilities.	Satellite technology; research; innovation; capacity building	Africa	https://www.mric.mu/
Mexican Space Agency	AEM	MX	National space agency	Promotes Mexico's participation in space science, technology and applications. The agency's work includes coordinating projects and partnerships, supporting technical education and encouraging the use of satellite capabilities for national development. Its activities connect government, research and industry and include international cooperation on small satellites and wider regional space initiatives.	Space technology; satellite applications; workforce development; cooperation	Americas	https://www.gob.mx/aem
Royal Centre for Remote Sensing	CRTS	MA	Government remote sensing center	Develops remote-sensing applications and related technologies for Moroccan ministries and public agencies. It helps users obtain and apply satellite imagery and geospatial products to socioeconomic programs. Its work includes technical assistance, information services and capacity development for activities such as natural-resource management, environmental monitoring and territorial planning.	Remote sensing; satellite imagery; geospatial applications; training	Africa	https://www.crts.gov.ma/

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Acronyms and Terminology

DLR: German Aerospace Center (Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt)
earth observation: Imaging and measuring Earth from space.
remote sensing: Measuring from a distance, typically by satellite.
space debris: Defunct objects in orbit.