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Korea Aerospace Research Institute	KARI	KR	Government aerospace research institute	Performs aerospace research and engineering in launch vehicles, satellites and aircraft technologies. It develops and tests systems and infrastructure, supports national space missions and works with industry and research partners on technology transfer and commercialization. KARI is a technical research institute and should be distinguished from the Korea AeroSpace Administration's national policy and administrative role.	Launch vehicles; spacecraft; aeronautics; technology development	Asia	https://www.kari.re.kr/eng
Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute	KASI	KR	Government astronomy and space science research institute	Conducts research in astronomy and space science and develops instruments and observational capabilities. Its work combines ground-based observatories, space-based scientific projects and international research partnerships. The institute contributes scientific expertise and technology to the wider Korean space sector, with a role centered on research rather than national launch regulation or overall space policy.	Astronomy; space science; scientific instruments; observatories	Asia	https://www.kasi.re.kr/
National Meteorological Satellite Center, Korea Meteorological Administration	NMSC-KMA	KR	Government meteorological satellite center	Provides specialized meteorological satellite capabilities within the Korea Meteorological Administration. Its activities support satellite observations and data products used in weather monitoring and forecasting. The center supplies imagery and related services and is separate from the institutions responsible for national aerospace policy, general spacecraft development and astronomy research.	Meteorological satellites; imagery; weather observations; data services	Asia	https://nmsc.kma.go.kr/enhome/html/main/main.do
Centre for the Development of Technology and Innovation	CDTI	ES	Government innovation funding agency	Supports business research, technological development and innovation through public financing and advisory mechanisms. It has a longstanding role in Spain's industrial space activities and support for aerospace technology. CDTI should be distinguished from the Spanish Space Agency: its wider mandate covers innovation across economic sectors rather than solely the national space program.	Innovation finance; industrial technology; aerospace development	Europe	https://www.cdti.es/
Institute of Space Studies of Catalonia	IEEC	ES	Regional public research institute and space ecosystem organization	Conducts research on the cosmos and Earth and develops technologies for scientific missions and applications. The institute also promotes transfer of space technologies to industry and supports the growth of Catalonia's space ecosystem. Its activities combine scientific expertise, innovation and partnerships within a regional institutional setting that complements national and European programs.	Space science; Earth observation; technology transfer; regional ecosystem	Europe	https://www.ieec.cat/en/
Spanish Space Agency	AEE	ES	National space agency	Coordinates Spain's space activities and brings together responsibilities relating to science, technology, industry and national space interests. It supports the development of space capabilities and cooperation with European and international institutions. As the national space agency, it is institutionally distinct from CDTI, whose broader role concerns business technology development and innovation financing.	National space coordination; science; industry; international cooperation	Europe	https://www.aee.gob.es/
Arthur C Clarke Institute for Modern Technologies	ACCIMT	LK	Government technology institute and space applications focal point	Develops modern technological capabilities through research, training, technical services and international collaboration. Its space applications division works with satellite remote sensing and geographic information systems. The institute serves as Sri Lanka's national focal point for space technology applications, while retaining a broader mandate in technology development and scientific services.	Space applications; remote sensing; GIS; technology research	Asia	https://www.accimt.ac.lk/
Swedish National Space Agency	SNSA	SE	National space agency	Administers state-funded national and international space research and development activities in Sweden. It supports scientific and technological programs and acts as Sweden's contact body for international space cooperation. The agency connects national research and industrial interests with wider missions and partnerships, rather than serving solely as a commercial satellite operator.	Space research; technology funding; international cooperation	Europe	https://en.rymdstyrelsen.se/
Swiss Space Office	SSO	CH	Government space policy office	Coordinates Swiss space activities within the State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation. It supports implementation of space policy and Swiss participation in international space and technology programs. Its work includes support and guidance for research institutions and industry seeking to develop capabilities and participate in European space projects.	Space policy; international programs; research and industry support	Europe	https://www.sbfi.admin.ch/en/guidelines-and-applicable-rules-for-submitting-a-proposal-to-the-swiss-space-office
Taiwan Space Agency	TASA	TW	Public space agency	Executes Taiwan's space program and develops satellite technology, infrastructure and technical skills. Its work supports Earth observation, communications and other space applications while strengthening domestic research and industrial capabilities. TASA operates as an administrative corporation associated with the National Science and Technology Council and continues the work of the former National Space Organization.	Satellite development; space infrastructure; technology; workforce	Asia	https://www.tasa.org.tw/
Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency	GISTDA	TH	National geoinformatics and space technology agency	Develops Thailand's space technology and geoinformatics capabilities and supports the application of Earth observation information. Its activities include satellite programs, geospatial services, technical infrastructure and cooperation with public, research and industry partners. GISTDA connects space-derived data and engineering capabilities with national planning, environmental management and development needs.	Earth observation; geoinformatics; satellite technology; applications	Asia	https://www.gistda.or.th/
National Center for Mapping and Remote Sensing	CNCT	TN	Government mapping and remote sensing center	Provides national mapping, geographic information and remote-sensing capabilities. Its responsibilities include maintaining geographic databases and conducting work involving satellite positioning, imagery analysis and related surveying technologies. The center supports public-sector information needs and environmental and territorial applications within Tunisia's institutional framework for geospatial services and national mapping.	Mapping; remote sensing; satellite positioning; geographic databases	Africa	https://cnct.defense.tn/fr/
TÜBİTAK Space Technologies Research Institute	TÜBİTAK UZAY	TR	Government space technology research institute	Develops satellite technologies and related engineering capabilities within Türkiye's national research system. Its work includes research and development, technical solutions and cooperation with domestic and international partners. The institute contributes mission experience and technological capabilities to the national space sector while remaining distinct from the Turkish Space Agency's coordinating role.	Satellite engineering; research and development; technology transfer	Europe / Asia	https://uzay.tubitak.gov.tr/en/
Turkish Space Agency	TUA	TR	National space agency	Coordinates Türkiye's national space activities and promotes the development of space science and technology capabilities. Its work includes national program planning, international cooperation and support for technical expertise and space applications. The agency connects government, industry and research activities and represents Turkish interests in cooperative space initiatives and organizations.	Space program coordination; technology development; international cooperation	Europe / Asia	https://tua.gov.tr/en
Space Department of Türkmenaragatnaşyk Agency	—	TM	Government space administration department	Continues national space administration functions following the transfer of Turkmenistan's former presidential space agency into the communications administration. Its institutional context connects space activities with national communications responsibilities. The record preserves this documented government structure without assuming that the former independent agency remains active or assigning unverified current operational capabilities to the department.	Space administration; communications-sector coordination	Asia	—
Aeronautics and Space Science Bureau, Science, Technology and Innovation Secretariat	—	UG	Government aerospace program office	Coordinates research, technology transfer and commercialization in aeronautics and space science. Its work includes development of a national aerospace program, policy and strategy preparation and satellite-related projects. It brings together public institutions and technical stakeholders to build infrastructure, skills and applications that support Uganda's development priorities.	Aerospace coordination; satellites; policy development; technology transfer	Africa	https://sti.go.ug/aeronautics-and-space-science/
State Space Agency of Ukraine	SSAU	UA	National space agency	Coordinates Ukraine's space activities and works with organizations involved in rocket and spacecraft technology, ground systems and satellite applications. Its portfolio includes international cooperation, scientific and technical development and support for the national space sector. It also provides access to information on Ukrainian launch-system contributions, Earth observation and associated infrastructure.	Space industry coordination; launch technology; Earth observation; cooperation	Europe	https://www.nkau.gov.ua/ua/
Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre	MBRSC	AE	Government space research and mission-development center	Develops space missions, satellite technologies and associated expertise in Dubai. Its work includes Earth observation capabilities, exploration and human-spaceflight-related programs, supported by engineering and research partnerships. The center performs mission-development and technical functions and is institutionally distinct from the UAE Space Agency's broader national policy and sector-development responsibilities.	Space missions; satellite engineering; exploration; astronaut programs	Middle East	https://www.mbrsc.ae/
National Space Science and Technology Center	NSSTC	AE	University-based national space research center	Develops national research programs and applied capabilities in space science and technology. Established through cooperation involving UAE University, the UAE Space Agency and the ICT Fund, it builds technical infrastructure and partnerships. Its activities aim to address national needs through research, technology development and collaboration with space-sector organizations.	Space research; technology development; infrastructure; partnerships	Middle East	https://nsstc.uaeu.ac.ae/en/
United Arab Emirates Space Agency	UAESA	AE	National space agency	Supports the development and governance of the UAE space sector and promotes the use of space science and technology in the economy. Its responsibilities include national programs, partnerships and sector development. The agency is associated with major exploration initiatives and works with research, industrial and government organizations to build national space capabilities.	Space policy; exploration programs; industry development; cooperation	Middle East	https://www.space.gov.ae/

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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.