SME Global Space Cooperation Kick Off Program

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Friday, February 27, 2026

As commercial space activity expands globally, American startups and small and medium-sized enterprises face both new opportunities and complex regulatory challenges. Meridian International Center will convene the SME Global Space Cooperation Program Kickoff, launching a new membership-based initiative designed to support U.S. commercial space SMEs as they engage internationally.

The program blends regulatory clarity with direct engagement with U.S. government agencies and international partners, helping companies navigate ITAR and export control requirements while building compliant, actionable global partnerships. Through monthly hybrid programming, curated government briefings, and tailored international engagement, participating companies gain the insight, connections, and confidence needed to expand responsibly across borders.

About Meridian International Center for Technology, Innovation, and Space

The Meridian Center for Technology, Innovation, and Space connects leaders from government, business, and civil society to navigate the diplomacy of emerging technologies. From AI and cybersecurity to energy and space cooperation, Meridian fosters international frameworks, builds strategic alliances, and protects U.S. interests in the most consequential arenas of global competition.

In today’s fast-evolving innovation landscape, diplomacy must evolve too. The Meridian Center for Technology, Innovation, and Space offers a neutral, trusted platform where experts shape responsible policies, anticipate geopolitical risks, and lead with transparency, agility, and shared values.