APRSAF-31
November 18-21, 2025
Cebu Island, Philippines 
Program
Initiatives
November 17, Monday
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13:00 - 16:30
SAFE Workshop
*Closed Session*
Working Groups
November 18, Tuesday
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09:30
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09:00
09:30 - 15:30
SCWG
Enhancement of Space Capability Working Group
special cooperation with JICA
Reception
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17:30
17:30 - 20:00
Welcome Reception
Working Groups
November 19, Wednesday
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09:30
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09:00
09:30 - 15:30
SPLWG and SCWG
Space Policy and Law Working Group
Enhancement of Space Capability Working Group
joint session
Plenary
November 20, Thursday
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09:00
09:00 - 09:05
Opening Remarks
Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA), PHILIPPINES
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09:05
09:05 - 09:10
Special Remarks (Pre-recorded video)
MATSUMOTO Yohei
Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), JAPAN
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09:10
09:10 - 09:20
Welcome Remarks
General Co-Chair
Officer-in-Charge
Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA), PHILIPPINES
General Co-Chair
Mr. FURUTA Hiroshi
Deputy Director-General of the Minister's Secretariat (in charge of the Research and Development Bureau)
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), JAPAN -
09:20
09:20 - 09:25
Summary of APRSAF-30
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09:25
09:25 - 09:30
Executive Committee (ExCom) Activity Report
ExCom Chair
Director, International Relations and Research Depatment
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), JAPAN -
09:30
09:30 - 10:00
Photo Session & Coffee Break
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10:00
10:00 - 11:00
Plenary Session 1
“Regional Perspectives on Space Ecosystems in Action”
[Content]
As space becomes an increasingly strategic domain driven by national interest and socioeconomic development, regional space agencies and other international institutions continue to play a vital role in the space ecosystem in expanding its stakeholders, sharing resources, and attracting interest from new space entrants and the private sector for collaboration. The space ecosystem is an interconnected network that encompasses a diverse range of actors, such as government agencies, academic institutions, private sector, and civil society, which integrate space science and technology into sectors like agriculture, disaster resilience, and infrastructure. These are reflected in upstream efforts like satellite development and launch capabilities, supporting the growth of the manufacturing and electronics industries. While downstream activities may include the utilization of Earth Observation data for applications in environmental monitoring, food security, and weather forecasting. Moreover, initiatives to engage citizen scientists are also implemented to provide support in space-related activities and sustain their interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
This interactive panel session will delve into the unique contexts of various regional space agencies and international institutions, such as the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), European Space Agency (ESA), the ASEAN Sub-Committee on Space Technology and Applications (SCOSA), and the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA). Representatives from these agencies will discuss and contextualize the growth of their space ecosystem and share plans on how these can be applied inter-regionally.
Moderator
Dr. Joel Joseph S. Marciano, Jr.
Vice President for Research and Innovation
University of the Philippines -
11:00
11:00 - 11:50
Space Activities Report
This session aims to introduce the latest overall space activities from each country and region.
Moderator
Director, International Relations and Research Depatment
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), JAPAN
Distinguished Scientist & Director, Space Applications Centre (SAC)
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), INDIA
Dr. Muhammad Rokhis Khomarudin
Head of Research Center
Research Center for Geoinformatics
National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), INDONESIA
Mr. WATANABE Atsushi
Director-General for International Cooperation
National Space Policy Secretariat, the Cabinet Office, JAPAN
Director of the Data Reception and Distribution Division
Malaysian Space Agency (MYSA), MALAYSIA -
11:50
11:50 - 13:00
Lunch
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13:00
13:00 - 14:20
Space Activities Report
Deputy Director General for Space Operations, Infrastructure, and Industry
Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA), PHILIPPINES
Jiyeon Lee
Assistant Director of International Affairs Division
Korea AeroSpace Administration (KASA), REPUBLIC OF KOREA
Deputy Director (Strategy and Policy)
Office for Space Technology & Industry (OSTIn) ,SINGAPORE
Deputy Executive Director
Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA), THAILAND
Head of Partnerships and International Relations
UAE Space Agency (UAESA), UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
NASA Asia Representative
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA),
UNITED STATE OF AMERICA -
14:20
14:20 - 14:40
Coffee Break
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14:40
14:40 - 16:10
Summary Reports by Working Groups, SIC & Initiatives
Satellite Applications for Societal Benefit Working Group (SAWG)
Director, Space Information Infrastructure Bureau
Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA), PHILIPPINES
Sentinel Asia
Group Head, Urban Studies and Applications Group
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), INDIA
Enhancement of Space Capability Working Group (SCWG)
Marc Caesar R. Talampas, Ph.D.
Director, Space Technology Missions and Systems Bureau
Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA), PHILIPPINES
Space Education for All Working Group (SE4AWG) / Poster Contest
Dr. Jasmine Angelie V. Albelda
Chief Science Research Specialist, Space Education and Scholarships Division
Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA), PHILIPPINES
Space Frontier Working Group (SFWG) / Kibo-ABC Initiative
Director, Space Science Missions Bureau
Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA), PHILIPPINES
Space Policy and Law Working Group (SPLWG)
Director, Space Policy and International Cooperation Bureau
Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA), PHILIPPINES
National Space Legislation Initiative (NSLI)
Atty. Giovani Concepcion
Chief of Space Policy and Legal Affairs Division
Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA), PHILIPPINES
Space Industry Connect (SIC)
Manager, Strategic Planning and Industrial Promotion Division
Business Development and Industrial Relations Department
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), JAPAN -
16:10
16:10 - 16:15
Closing
B to B event
Reception
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18:00
18:00 - 20:00
APRSAF Evening Reception
@ Shangri-la Mactan Cebu - Beachfront
Plenary
November 21, Friday
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09:00
09:00 - 10:00
Plenary Session 2
Application of space technology to social issues (disaster prevention) in the Asia-Pacific region
“Future Prospects of Disaster Management in the APAC Region”
[Content]
- According to the 2023 ESCAP report, common challenges in the Asia-Pacific region include floods, earthquakes, tropical cyclones (typhoons), and droughts. In 2022, more than 140 natural disasters occurred in the Asia-Pacific region, resulting in the deaths of 7,500 people or more, 64 million or more people being affected, and more than 57 billion US dollars in economic damage.
- APRSAF began its Sentinel Asia activities in 2006, and has been working to mitigate natural disasters in the region through efforts including provision of satellite data from emergency observations.
- In this session, we will focus on disaster management in the Philippines, but also share best practices in the use of satellite data for disaster management activities in various countries by industry, academia, and government.
- In particular, we will introduce the latest disaster prevention-related activities in the private sector using AI and other technologies, and discuss the possibility of using satellite data for such activities.
Moderator
Associate Professor, Department of Geodetic Engineering
University of the PhilippinesDirector, Space Information Infrastructure Bureau
Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA), PHILIPPINESDeputy Executive Director
Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA), THAILAND
Associate Director, EO Applications & DMS Programme Office
Indian Space Reserch Organisation (ISRO), INDIA -
10:00
10:00 - 10:10
Coffee Break
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10:10
10:10 - 11:10
Plenary Session 3
Development of Space Industry Professionals in the Asia-Pacific region
“Development of Space-Related field professionals and promotion of Space Economy”
[Content]
- Human resource development in space-related fields is essential in order to promote the space economy in the APAC region.
- “APRSAF Nagoya Vision,” which was revised last year, includes APRSAF’s commitment to contribute to the development of space-related human resources and the enhancement of space science and technology capabilities in the region in fields including space engineering, scientific research, business, law and policy, and space environment utilization through the activities of its working groups, etc.
- We will introduce JICA’s ‘International Intellectual Circulation Program for Space Development and activities of the Enhancement of Space Capability Working Group.
- We will discuss what kind of education and human resource development can contribute to the promotion of the space economy in the APAC region, and how education and human resource development can be connected to co-creation activities by industry, academia, and government.
Director, Space Science Missions Bureau
Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA), PHILIPPINES -
11:10
11:10 - 12:00
Space Leader's Roundtable
[Content]
- The purpose of this roundtable is to summarize the discussions that took place at APRSAF31. Space Leaders will offer comments on the theme of APRSAF 31, “Empowering the Region through Space Ecosystems in Action”.
- particularly on the efforts and challenges of each organization, the discussions, and outcomes of APRSAF 31, and expectations for future APRSAF activities.
Co-Moderator
Mr. FURUTA Hiroshi
Deputy Director-General of the Minister's Secretariat (in charge of the Research and Development Bureau)
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), JAPANDistinguished Scientist & Director, Space Applications Centre (SAC)
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), INDIADr. Muhammad Rokhis Khomarudin
Head of Research Center
Research Center for Geoinformatics
National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), INDONESIADirector of the Data Reception and Distribution Division
Malaysian Space Agency (MYSA), MALAYSIAJiyeon Lee
Assistant Director of International Affairs Division
Korea AeroSpace Administration (KASA), REPUBLIC OF KOREADeputy Executive Director
Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA), THAILANDHead of Partnerships and International Relations
UAE Space Agency (UAESA), UNITED ARAB EMIRATES -
12:00
12:00 - 13:00
Lunch
*Participants are respectfully requested to be seated by 1:00 p.m.
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13:15
13:15 - 14:00
Preliminaries for the Arrival of the Philippine President
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14:00
14:00 - 14:10
Arrival of the Philippine President
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14:10
14:10 - 14:15
Opening Remarks
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14:15
14:15 - 14:25
Message from the President
His Excellency Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.
President
Republic of the Philippines -
14:25
14:25 - 14:35
Photo Opportunity
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14:35
14:35 - 15:05
Coffee Break
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15:05
15:05 - 15:35
APRSAF Award Ceremony
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15:35
15:35 - 15:55
Announcement of APRSAF-32 and 33
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15:55
15:55 - 16:15
Joint Statement
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16:15
16:15 - 16:20
Closing Remarks
General Co-Chair
Officer-in-Charge
Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA), PHILIPPINES
