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Space Diplomacy
Luxembourg's Odysseus Space and University Sign Japan Pact on Satellite Laser Links
Japan's NICT has signed a collaborative research agreement with Luxembourg start-up Odysseus Space and a memorandum of understanding with the University of Luxembourg, both inked on 4 May 2026 at the Prime Minister's Office. The deals, announced on 21 May, target optical satellite-to-ground communications and non-terrestrial networks, with ministers from both countries present at the signing.