MEDIA ADVISORY: 2026 Meridian Space Diplomacy Forum

WHAT: As space becomes increasingly multipolar, commercialized, and contested, the need for international cooperation has never been greater. On March 25, 2026, Meridian International Center will host the 2026 Space Diplomacy Forum: Shared Horizons. The forum will convene diplomats, international space agency representatives, U.S. government officials, and space executives from around the world to navigate these challenges and shape a shared future.

WHO: Confirmed 2026 Space Diplomacy Forum speakers and leaders include:

  • T.H. Brian Babin, U.S. House of Representatives (R-TX36); Chairman, House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology
  • T.H. Jim Bridenstine, Managing Partner, The Artemis Group; 13th NASA Administrator (2018-2021); U.S. House of Representatives (R-OK1) (2013 - 2018)
  • Ms. Aarti Holla-Maini, Director, United Nations Office for Outerspace Affairs (UNOOSA) (Virtual)
  • Ms. Hélène Huby, CEO, Exploration Company
  • Dr. Zolana João, General Manager, National Space Program Management Office, Angola
  • T.H. Taylor Jordan, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Environmental Observation and Prediction, NOAA; Director, Office of Space Commerce, U.S. Department of Commerce
  • Mr. Brian Weeden, Director of Civil and Commercial Policy, Center for Space Policy and Strategy, The Aerospace Corporation
  • Dr. Peggy Whitson, Astronaut, Vice President of Human Space Flight, Axiom Space

2026 Space Diplomacy Forum Sponsors: Axiom Space, Aerospace Center for Space Strategy and Policy | The Aerospace Corporation, The Boeing Company, Space Leasing International, Viasat

WHEN: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM ET 

WHERE: Meridian House, 1630 Crescent Place, NW, Washington, DC 20009

WHY:U.S. and global government, diplomatic, industry, and policy leaders will examine how they can work together to advance shared interests across the space domain—grappling with both the opportunities and challenges shaping the next era of space activity. Key themes will include:

  • Commercial Norms and Standards in a Multipolar Space Economy
  • Orbital Stewardship: Aligning Government and Industry on Space Situational Awareness and Debris Mitigation
  • Financing Sovereignty: Capital Strategies for Global Space Partnerships 
  • Space Diplomacy Post-ISS 
  • National Security Space Partnerships within the America First Framework 
  • International Space Cooperation and Diplomacy in Africa

RSVP: Members of the media should RSVP by contacting Meridian International Center’s Communications team at communications@meridian.org.

PHOTO/INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITIES: The Space Diplomacy Forum offers rich coverage possibilities. Journalists can arrange interviews with leading corporate and diplomatic figures on site. Photo/video highlights include panel discussions and networking. Please email the team at Communications@Meridian.org for more information. 

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