Cabinet approves MoU between India and Bhutan on Cooperation in the peaceful uses of outer space

Cabinet approves MoU between India and Bhutan on Cooperation in the peaceful uses of outer space

Part of: GS Prelims and GS-II –International relations

In news 

• The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister approved Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the India and Bhutan on Cooperation in the peaceful uses of outer space. 

Key takeaways 

• This MoU shall enable India and Bhutan to pursue cooperation in potential interest areas, such as remote sensing of the earth; satellite communication and satellite based navigation; Space science and planetary exploration; use of spacecraft and space systems and ground system; and application of space technology.
• This MoU would lead to set up a Joint Working Group which will further work out the plan of action including the time-frame and the means of implementation
• The signed MoU will provide Impetus to explore cooperation possibilities in the field of remote sensing of the earth; satellite communication; satellite navigation; space science and exploration of outer space.