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Context: A bilateral meeting took place between the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) held virtually.
- Indian and Japanese space agencies reviewed cooperation in earth observation, lunar cooperation and satellite navigation.
- They also agreed to explore opportunities for cooperation in “space situational awareness and professional exchange programme”.
- Both agencies signed an Implementing Arrangement for collaborative activities on rice crop area and air quality monitoring using satellite data.
India’s space collaborations
- India and Japan are working on a joint lunar polar exploration (LUPEX) mission that aims to send a lander and rover to the Moon’s south pole around 2024.
- India and Australia signed an amendment to the MoU which will build on the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
- Both countries are also in discussions for Australia to host vital tracking infrastructure to support the Gaganyaan manned space flight mission.
- India and Italy decided to explore opportunities in earth observation, space science and robotic and human exploration.
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