GLEX (Global Conference on Space Exploration)

Prelims: Current events of national and international importance

Why in news?

Recently Union minister of science and technology inaugurated the 12^th edition of the Global Space Exploration Conference (GLEX 2025) from 7th to 9th May 2025 in New Delhi.

• GLEX - It is an international platform to share knowledge, innovations, and collaborative strategies in the field of space exploration.
• Theme - Reaching New Worlds: A Space Exploration Renaissance
• Organized by - The event is organized by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF).
  • Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) (host)
  • Astronautical Society of India (ASI) (co-host)

International Astronautical Federation (IAF) is a global body promoting dialogue and cooperation among stakeholders in the space sector.

Objectives

• To share technical, policy, and programmatic updates in global space exploration.
• To assess progress since GLEX 2021 and chart future directions.
• To discuss collaborative solutions, challenges, and lessons learnt.
• To explore how space investments benefit humanity.
• To promote international cooperation and innovation in space missions.

Role of India in Global Space Conference

• It is the first major global space conference in India in recent years.
• India will showcase its achievements in space science and technology through ISRO and private players.
• Opportunity for India to strengthen its role as a leader in the Global South in space diplomacy.
• Promotes India's emerging commercial space ecosystem and technological capabilities.
• Facilitates bilateral and multilateral space cooperation initiatives with major space powers.

References

1. PIB| India hosts GLEX 2025
2. IAF| Global Space Exploration Conference 2025