In a historic step toward a collaborative and peaceful future in space, Norway has officially joined the Artemis Accords, as announced by NASA. The signing ceremony, held on May 15, 2025, at the Norwegian Space Agency in Oslo, marked Norway as the third nation to join the Accords this year. This milestone underscores Norway’s dedication to advancing responsible and sustainable space exploration alongside international partners.

Cecilie Myrseth, Norway’s Minister of Trade and Industry, signed the Accords on behalf of the Norwegian government, solidifying the nation’s role in shaping the future of lunar and deep space exploration. The Artemis Accords, established in 2020 by the United States and seven founding nations, provide a framework of principles to ensure safe, transparent, and cooperative space activities. These guidelines build on the 1967 Outer Space Treaty, promoting peace and prosperity in space for generations to come.

Welcome to the Artemis Accords, Norway 🇳🇴

Norway has become the 55th nation to commit to the safe and peaceful exploration of space. https://t.co/u4vjVqX9Nq pic.twitter.com/EtoArAXt0f

— NASA Artemis (@NASAArtemis) May 15, 2025

Norway’s partnership with NASA is nothing new. The two nations have collaborated since 1962, when NASA supported Norway’s first civilian suborbital rocket launch from Andøya Space above the Arctic Circle. This longstanding relationship sets a strong foundation for Norway’s contributions to the Artemis program, NASA’s ambitious initiative to return humans to the Moon and pave the way for missions to Mars.

“We’re grateful for the strong and meaningful collaboration we’ve already had with the Norwegian Space Agency,” acting NASA Administrator Janet Petro said in an agency statement. “Now, by signing the Artemis Accords, Norway is not only supporting the future of exploration, but also helping us define it with all our partners for the Moon, Mars, and beyond,” she said.

Congratulations to Norway for signing the #ArtemisAccords! Read the full statement https://t.co/weOPJDG8RH pic.twitter.com/vX30OoWzgJ

— U.S. Embassy Oslo (@usembassyoslo) May 15, 2025

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The Artemis program is already making strides. Artemis 1, launched in November 2022, successfully sent an uncrewed Orion spacecraft on a month-long journey around the Moon and back, proving the capabilities of NASA’s Space Launch System (SLS) rocket. While Artemis 2, a crewed mission to fly astronauts around the Moon, has been rescheduled for early 2026 to ensure the Orion capsule’s readiness, the program remains a beacon of hope for international collaboration. Artemis 3, planned for 2027, aims to land astronauts on the lunar surface, marking a historic achievement.

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They’re shaping the future of peaceful space exploration — starting with the Moon. 🌍🚀

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— U.S. Embassy Oslo (@usembassyoslo) May 16, 2025

Despite recent budget challenges, including reductions outlined in the White House’s 2025 proposal, NASA and its partners remain optimistic. The Artemis Accords, now bolstered by Norway’s participation, emphasize the importance of global cooperation in overcoming obstacles and achieving shared goals. Norway’s expertise in space technology and its commitment to sustainable exploration will undoubtedly play a key role in the program’s success.

By joining the Artemis Accords, Norway is not only embracing a bold vision for space but also contributing to a legacy of unity and discovery. As nations come together under these principles, the dream of a thriving human presence on the Moon and beyond feels closer than ever.

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