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Space connectivity and sustainability event in Riyadh

Overview

The Global Space Connectivity and Sustainability Event is scheduled to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Organized by the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) in partnership with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the three-day event focuses on the theme ‘A Connected World and Sustainable Space’.

The program integrates the third editions of the International Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN) Forum and the Space Sustainability Forum (SSF). Discussions are expected to cover integrated communications for the 6G era, preparations for the WRC-27 conference, and direct-to-device (D2D) satellite communications.

Participants will also address the space economy, global governance, and responsible behavior in space, specifically regarding orbital congestion and space debris management. The event will also include the announcement of winners for the NTN 2026 global research competition, held in collaboration with the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).

Entities

Riyadh · Abdullah bin Amer Al-Swaha · Ministry of Hajj and Umrah · Communications, Space and Technology Commission · International Telecommunication Union

Timeline

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Sources

alsaudi.news · amlak.net.sa · arynews.tv · ghanaianminaret.com · ien.sa