DAIF Latvia and LAIK sign a cooperation agreement for the development of Latvian Space sector
The agreement will enhance the competitiveness of Latvian space industry companies, facilitate technology and knowledge transfer, and reinforce security at both the national and international levels.
“This agreement is essential for leveraging the potential of space technology for the mutual synergy of the Latvian security and defense industry. Cooperation with LAIK will allow us to rapidly develop at the national and international levels," says Elīna Egle-Ločmele, Chairwoman of the Board of DAIF Latvia.
LAIK board member Lev Lapkis highlights: “The development of space technology is crucial for the growth of the Latvian economy and national security. Joint projects with DAIF Latvia will allow local companies and research institutions to engage more actively in international initiatives.”
The agreement also envisions closer cooperation with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) agency, the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Defense Industry and Space, the European Defense Agency, the European Space Agency, and other specialized organizations, ensuring that the Latvian industry contributes to international security and enhances its competitive edge.
This day is given special significance as the memorandum was signed on International Pi Day - a day that honors the wonders of mathematics and science. Pi (π), the infinite number that defines the ratio between a circle’s circumference and its diameter, has become a symbol of precision and innovation. Pi Day brings together math enthusiasts and science lovers around the world, inspiring us to explore creative solutions and advance technological development.
