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Turkey hosts International Astronautical Congress in Antalya
Turkey is hosting the 77th International Astronautical Congress in Antalya, bringing together more than 10,000 people from 111 countries.
The event is coordinated by the Ministry of Industry and Technology, with the Turkish Space Agency and SAHA Istanbul as co-hosts.
More than 40 astronauts are taking part, alongside scientists, space companies and newer space businesses.
The congress includes research presentations and discussions about future scientific work and international partnerships.
Its public activities have also featured displays of Anatolian crafts and culture for visiting astronauts.
Turkey’s industry and technology minister, Mehmet Fatih Kacır, said the country wants space to remain a place for peaceful cooperation rather than conflict.
He said the Antalya Declaration, prepared under Turkey’s lead and joined by participants from 32 countries, carries that message.
The congress also opened a space-themed science center near Lake Salda in Burdur, with the stated aim of inspiring children and young people to become future scientists and astronauts.
Turkey is hosting the 77th International Astronautical Congress in Antalya for the first time.
More than 10,000 participants from 111 countries are attending, according to Industry and Technology Minister Mehmet Fatih Kacır.
The congress brings together scientists, space companies, institutions, startups and more than 40 astronauts.
Kacır said Turkey wants space to remain a place for peace and cooperation, not conflict.
The event includes activities showcasing local culture and a space-themed science centre opened near Lake Salda in Burdur.
- Who
- Turkey is hosting the congress, coordinated by the Industry and Technology Ministry with the Turkish Space Agency and SAHA Istanbul as co-hosts. More than 10,000 people from 111 countries are attending.
- What
- The 77th International Astronautical Congress is being held, including public-day activities.
- When
- 2026. The article was published on October 10.
- Where
- Antalya, at the NEST Congress Center. A space-themed science centre was also opened near Lake Salda in Burdur.
- Why
- The congress presents Turkey’s space capabilities and projects and creates opportunities for international cooperation.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
Türkiye as a country says peace on Earth, peace in space.
We do not want space to become an area of conflict or a medium where disputes on Earth are carried.
The International Astronautical Congress is an event with both scientific and commercial aspects.
A space-themed science centre was opened in Burdur near Lake Salda with visiting astronauts.
The Antalya Declaration was presented to participants, and 32 participants joined it, according to Kacır.
Milliyet reported that the congress was continuing with public-day events at Antalya’s NEST Congress Center.
- Edition
- 77th International Astronautical Congress
- Location
- NEST Congress Center, Antalya
- Attendance
- More than 10,000 participants from 111 countries
- Astronauts
- More than 40 attending
- Declaration
- Antalya Declaration; 32 participants joined, according to Kacır
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