The Philippines has officially joined the ranks of nations committed to the peaceful and transparent exploration of outer space after signing the Artemis Accords, a landmark international agreement outlining principles for responsible space activity.
The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) represented the country in the signing ceremony, held on the sidelines of the Asean Leaders’ Summit in Kuala Lumpur.
The Accords, established under the US-led Artemis Program, aim to promote cooperation, interoperability, and data sharing among countries engaging in space missions to the moon, Mars, and beyond.
PhilSA officer-in-charge Gay Jane P. Perez, who signed on behalf of the Philippines, said the move underscores the country’s growing role as an active participant in global space governance.
“By signing the Accords, the Philippines reaffirms its commitment to be an active stakeholder in space governance and in the shaping and maintenance of international law,” Perez said.
“It is crucial to strengthen these principles in the face of emerging technologies and private sector activities that are testing the boundaries of the existing legal regime.”
She added that the Philippines’ participation “reflects our readiness to stand alongside like-minded nations in advancing transparency, sustainability, and shared benefit beyond our borders and above our atmosphere.”
The Artemis Accords build upon existing international space law, including the 1967 Outer Space Treaty, by emphasizing peaceful exploration, responsible resource utilization, and mutual assistance in space activities.
