Australia looks beyond Gaganyaan and Moon for space collaboration with India – Times of India
In an exclusive interview with TOI’s Chethan Kumar, Australian Space Agency Head Enrico Palermo reveals the depth and breadth of the burgeoning space partnership between Australia and India. From supporting India’s ambitious Gaganyaan mission to launching joint satellites, Palermo outlines how this collaboration is set to transform the Indo-Pacific space landscape. He discusses Australia's role in India’s lunar missions and the potential for future cooperation in areas ranging from deep space exploration to climate monitoring.As both nations look to expand their commercial space sectors, Palermo emphasises the mutual benefits and challenges of this strategic alliance, highlighting its importance in the broader context of regional cooperation and technological advancement.Excerpts:■ How doe...