Orbital Alliances: Harmonizing Commercial Space Regulation
Event Details
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
As the space industry accelerates, ensuring regulatory interoperability across national frameworks is essential to fostering innovation, enhancing efficiency, and strengthening global collaboration. On March 12, Meridian will convene leading policymakers, industry experts, and international stakeholders for a critical dialogue on the future of commercial space governance.
This discussion, part of Meridian’s Space Diplomacy Initiative, will examine how aligning commercial space policies can drive economic growth, expand market access, and reinforce international security in an increasingly contested domain. By bridging the gap between scientific advancements and effective policymaking, this initiative supports both emerging and established spacefaring nations in navigating complex regulatory landscapes.
This event is made possible through the generous support of the Embassy of Argentina and the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates.
If you have any questions about the program, please do not hesitate to reach out to Vishva Bhatt at mcde@meridian.org.
Program Speakers
| Name | Title |
|---|---|
| Kelli Kedis Ogborn | Vice President, Space Commerce and Entrepreneurship, Space Foundation |
| Raúl Kulichevsky | Executive Director, Argentine National Commission for Space Activities (CONAE) |
| Karim Sabbagh | Managing Director, Space42 |
| Gabriel Swiney | Director of Policy and International, Office of Space Commerce, U.S. Department of Commerce |
About Meridian International Center
Meridian International Center is a nonpartisan independent diplomacy center that advances American diplomacy and global leadership – by strengthening democratic institutions, increasing U.S. competitiveness and building geopolitical resilience. Our Center for Diplomatic Engagement serves as an education and networking hub for the embassy community in Washington bringing together hundreds of foreign diplomats each year to explore U.S. political, economic and social issues.