Minister of Industry and Technology Mehmet Fatih Kacır said, "With our strong passion for science and technology and our young and dynamic workforce, Turkey is determined to make significant progress in space technologies." said.
Space Technology Conference (STC) 2024 Central Eurasia Space Technologies Conference, hosted by the Turkish Space Agency (TUA), started at Ankara JW Marriott Hotel. In the video message he sent for the opening, Minister Kacır pointed out the importance of bringing space communities around the world together within the scope of the event, at a time when the space sector is growing and developing. Kacır explained that as space becomes more accessible and new participants are included in the space race, the global space industry is making rapid progress, and this growth has led to a significant development in terms of understanding the universe.
Türkiye IS READY TO BENEFIT FROM OPPORTUNITIES
Minister Kacır stated that the space sector now affects the daily lives of people everywhere and has the capacity to create value in all sectors of the global economy, adding: "The space economy will reach a market of 2035 trillion dollars by 1,8 and will grow twice as much as the global economy over the next 12 years." It is foreseen. Türkiye is more than ready to benefit from the unlimited opportunities offered by space, thanks to the solid infrastructure it has developed over the last 2 years. “Our space capabilities now allow us to develop, test and manufacture our own satellites.” said.
“WE WILL USE OUR PRESENCE IN SPACE FOR THE BENEFIT OF HUMANITY”
Underlining that they have gained significant capabilities in the production of imaging satellites with the BİLSAT, RASAT, GÖKTÜRK and İMECE satellites, Kacır stated that they will soon launch the first national communication satellite TÜRKSAT 6A and become one of the 11 countries competent in this field, and said: "We aim to maintain our presence in space and use it peacefully for the benefit of all humanity." We aim. We are steadily developing our resources, talents, human capital and infrastructure. Turkey's National Space Program sets a visionary road map outlining 10 years of bold initiatives, strategies and goals that exemplify our determination to push the boundaries of exploration and innovation. One of the milestones of our National Space Program under the leadership of our President was our first manned space science mission. “We have successfully completed this historic mission, demonstrating our emergence as a major player in the global space race and our unwavering commitment to discovery, innovation and progress.” he said.
“WE WILL REACH THE MOON WITH A DOMESTIC AND NATIONAL HYBRID ROCKET”
Kacır stated that the Turkish Astronaut and Science Mission is of great importance in the search for new talents in space and continued as follows:
“We will initiate programs to conduct more scientific research on the International Space Station and strengthen R&D and production capacities in space technologies. We aim to become a global player in next-generation satellite development, improve our regional positioning and timing system, and secure access to space by establishing a spaceport. "We will reach the moon with a local and national hybrid rocket."
“WE ARE DETERMINED TO MAKE PROGRESS IN SPACE TECHNOLOGY”
Kacır emphasized that the Sky Observation Festivals, organized with the participation of thousands of people from all ages and walks of life, bring space and society together and said, “We will continue to take steps to strengthen our human resources in space science and technology. “With our strong passion for science and technology and our young and dynamic workforce, Turkey is determined to make significant progress in space technologies.” said.
INVITED ALL PARTICIPANTS TO THE 2026 INTERNATIONAL SPACE CONGRESS
Kacır stated that they focused on increasing cooperation and solidarity among Turkish states in space studies, with the awareness of the critical role of international cooperation in the success of the National Space Program, and said that he was honored to host the Opening Meeting of the Ministers of Science, Technology, Innovation and Industry of the Organization of Turkish States in Istanbul this year. told. Kacır stated that he believes that the results of this historical meeting will be extremely useful in developing cooperation in the field of science and technology between countries and said, "In order to further ensure the unified and strategic progress of our common goals, we will include the minutes of the Space Agency meeting in the collaborative framework provided by the Meeting of the Ministers of Science, Technology, Industry and Innovation." We recognize the importance of integration. We will continue to develop and implement initiatives that support international cooperation and increase our ability to undertake ambitious projects together. Hosting this important event is a testament to our commitment to mobilizing resources for this cause. Additionally, I sincerely invite each of you to attend the 2026 International Astronautical Congress in Antalya. “This will be an invaluable opportunity to enhance international cooperation and showcase Turkey's advances in space technology on the global stage.” he said.