NASA and Roscosmos Set for First In-Person Talks Since 2018
NASA's interim head, Sean Duffy, will meet Russian space agency chief Dmitry Bakanov for in-person talks for the first time since 2018. The meeting aims to address space-related issues and strengthen ties between the U.S. and Russia in the field of space exploration.

Nasa's acting administrator, Sean Duffy, has announced plans to engage in discussions with his Russian counterpart to address ongoing space-related issues. The talks will mark a pivotal moment as it will be the first face-to-face meeting at this level since 2018.
Russian news outlets confirmed that Dmitry Bakanov, the head of Roscosmos, has already arrived in Houston for the significant diplomatic engagement. Scheduled for July 31, the discussions hold significance for both nations' collaborative efforts in space ventures.
Bakanov, appointed in February, is set to meet Duffy, who recently took on the interim role following a nomination by former President Donald Trump. The meeting underscores the importance of international cooperation in space exploration amidst evolving geopolitical landscapes.
(With inputs from agencies.)