“We consistently proceed from the premise that only guaranteed prevention of an arms race in outer space will make it possible to use it for constructive purposes, for the benefit of all mankind. We support the start of negotiations on the development of an international legally binding instrument prohibiting the deployment of any types of weapons there, as well as the use of force or the threat of force ( https://peaceinspace.com/treaty/ ). We propose to take the corresponding Russian-Chinese draft Treaty submitted at the Conference on Disarmament in Geneva in 2014 as a basis. in space. Three dozen states have already become its full-fledged participants.”

Dear colleagues, friends,

This year the whole world is celebrating a truly significant date – the 60th anniversary of the first manned flight into space. On April 12, 1961, a citizen of our country, Yuri Gagarin, for the first time in history, flew around the Earth in a manned spacecraft.

The significance of this breakthrough into near-earth space cannot be overestimated – the launch of the Vostok spacecraft ushered in a new era in the centuries-old chronicle of civilization. The feat of the great compatriot made a colossal contribution to the progressive development of mankind, confirmed the ability of our people to effectively solve the most difficult and responsible tasks.

For billions of people around the world, Yuri Gagarin continues to serve as an example of heroism and dedication, to inspire people to overcome any obstacles in achieving the most ambitious and noble goals. Therefore, it is no coincidence that ten years ago, at the initiative of Russia, the UN General Assembly proclaimed April 12 as the International Day of Human Space Flight.

Dear Colleagues,

We are convinced that constructive cooperation in the space sector should remain among the key areas of the unifying international agenda. Over the past decades, Russia, as a leader in space exploration, has provided assistance to a number of states in launching cosmonauts into orbit. In the UN Committee on Outer Space, we are pursuing a consistent line to ensure equal access of states to outer space and to preserve it for future generations.

We consistently proceed from the premise that only guaranteed prevention of an arms race in outer space will make it possible to use it for constructive purposes, for the benefit of all mankind. We support the start of negotiations on the development of an international legally binding instrument prohibiting the deployment of any types of weapons there, as well as the use of force or the threat of force.

We propose to take the corresponding Russian-Chinese draft treaty submitted at the Conference on Disarmament in Geneva in 2014 as a basis. in space. Three dozen states have already become its full-fledged participants.

Dear friends,

The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs is doing everything necessary to perpetuate the memory of Yuri Gagarin. In the main building of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Smolenskaya Square, a TASS photo exhibition “Messenger of Peace” was launched, dedicated to the role of the first cosmonaut in creating an atmosphere of friendship, trust and mutual understanding between countries and peoples. Russian foreign missions around the world are holding a set of commemorative events timed to coincide with the 60th anniversary of the first manned flight into space. We will continue to continue this work, aimed at preserving the connection between times and the continuity of generations and contributing to the awareness of the enduring significance of key events in history not only for our people, but for the whole world.

Happy Holidays! Happy Cosmonautics Day!

TREATY: https://peaceinspace.com/treaty/

SOURCE: https://www.mid.ru/ru/foreign_policy/news/-/asset_publisher/cKNonkJE02Bw/content/id/4677728