Latin American Lunar Exploration Working Group (LALEx WG)
Latin American Lunar Exploration Working Group (LALEx WG)
The Latin American Lunar Exploration Working Group (LALEx WG) will serve as a platform for dialogue and exchange of experiences among public and private space sector operators from Latin American countries, with the objective of improving communication among stakeholders and understanding the levels of space development across the nations.
During its one-year mandate, it will identify the main common issues that need to be addressed for the region to effectively integrate into the new era of lunar exploration. Likewise, it will identify areas of converging interests and opportunities for cooperation.
Finally, it will produce a guiding document, including Guidelines, outlining actions in both the public and private spheres that will be beneficial for the establishment of a Latin American ecosystem focused on participation in lunar exploration.
Mandate: 1 year
Start: May 22, 2026 (ReLaCa Meeting in Brasília)
End / Presentation of Results: May 2027 (Next ReLaCa Meeting)
Chair:
Rodrigo Vesule Fernandes
MVA Regional Coordinator for Latin America
Co-Chair and Members:
To be confirmed. Key personnel from the Brazilian Space Agency, other Latin American agencies, and from the ReLaCa board will be invited. Representatives from academia and the private sector directly involved in space-related matters will also be invited. Experts from non-Latin American countries will likewise be welcome and invited to enrich the discussions and strengthen the outcomes.