Pakistan marked a significant milestone on Tuesday in its space journey with the inauguration of the International Conference on Applications of Space Science and Technology (ICAST-2025), the region’s largest space science and technology conference.
The event opened at the Institute of Space Technology (IST), jointly organized by the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) and IST.
The conference is being held with the collaboration of the Inter-Islamic Network on Space Sciences and Technology (ISNET), the Asia-Pacific Space Cooperation Organization (APSCO), the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), and the National Centre of GIS and Space Applications (NCGSA).
The conference brings together astronauts, scientists, policymakers, academic leaders, industry experts, and representatives of major international organizations, highlighting Pakistan’s growing leadership in the promotion of space science, technology, and innovation at both regional and global levels.
SUPARCO Chairman Muhammad Yousaf Khan formally inaugurated the conference.
Expressing pride in hosting the region’s flagship space event, he highlighted SUPARCO’s efforts to strengthen international cooperation and to advance space technologies for sustainable development.