2025 China Space Conference

The IAF Executive Director, Christian Feichtinger, was invited by the China National Space Administration (CNSA) and the Chinese Society of Astronautics (CSA) to attend the 2025 Space Day of China, organized by CNSA, and the 2025 China Space Conference, organized by CSA on 23-26 April in Shanghai, China.

At the Conference, Dr. Feichtinger delivered a keynote address titled "Guardians of Earth: How IAF Supports Climate Action". He highlighted the over 40 years fruitful cooperation between the IAF and China's space industry during which the Federation has witnessed China’s remarkable advancements in space exploration. In light of today’s pressing global challenges, such as climate change monitoring, asteroid defense, and the search for extraterrestrial life, he emphasized the need for a platform among scientists that facilitates the exchange of ideas across borders and helps build a consensus on shared responsibilities.

In addition, the IAF Executive Director participated in the Flying to Deep Space-International Science and Innovation Cooperation and Development Forum. In his greeting remarks, he emphasized the significance of the IAF Space Universities CubeSat Challenge (SUCC) in nurturing young talents. This initiative is a joint effort of the IAF and CSA.