International Space Summit
9 – 10 September 2026
Paris, France
The International Space Summit took place on 9 - 10 September 2026 at the Grand Palais in Paris, France.
The inaugural Summit brought together representatives from 90 countries and international organizations, including political leaders, space agency representatives, industry leaders, scientists, and, notably, astronauts. Human spaceflight and the future of space exploration featured prominently in the discussions, highlighting the unique role of astronauts in inspiring international cooperation and shaping the future of space activities.
Among the prominent astronauts who participated in the Summit were Thomas Pesquet, Alper Gezeravcı, Andreas Mogensen, H.E. Sultan Al Neyadi, Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski, and Luca Parmitano, among others. All have contributed to the IAF International Astronauts Chapter – a flagship initiative of the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), designed to convene astronauts and the global space community within a distinguished, high-impact forum.
Their involvement reflects the important role astronauts play not only as ambassadors of human spaceflight but also as advocates for international cooperation, knowledge-sharing, and inspiration for future generations.
