Connected Earth, Sustainable Space
12-14 October 2026
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Important update (9 October 2026)
ITU wishes to inform you that the Space Sustainability Forum from 12-14 October and the 4th Informal Inter-Regional Meeting on for PP-26 (IRM-4) from 13-14 October will be held in a hybrid mode.
ITU staff will be providing support virtually in both events. As such, for any assistance you may require onsite during both events including information on travel arrangements, please contact the Host Country as well as your airlines and airport authorities.
For ITU virtual support and other related information, please contact space.sustainability@itu.int (on the SSF) and gbs@itu.int (IRM-4) if you have any queries.
For onsite assistance, please contact the Host Country (KSAfocalpoint@cst.gov.sa).
Thank you
Two landmark global space events. One bold vision.
The 2026 Global Space Connectivity & Sustainability Events, co-organized by the ITU and CST Saudi Arabia, combines 2 established events – Connecting the World from the Skies and the Space Sustainability Forum; into a a flagship three-day gathering under one theme: ‘Connected Earth, Sustainable Space’.
Space is transforming fast, and connectivity and sustainability can no longer be treated apart. Building on the momentum of both events, this expanded 2026 platform unites two communities around a single, shared ambition: keeping space sustainable while connecting every corner of the planet.
Over three days, senior leaders from governments, international organizations, industry and research will come together through high-level keynotes, panel discussions, interactive sessions and live technology demonstrations. The goal is simple but pressing – to turn discussion into action, charting practical pathways toward sustainable space operations and inclusive global connectivity.
Want to know how we got here? Use the links below to explore previous editions of Connecting the World from the Skies and the Space Sustainability Forum.
Key Themes for 2026
Integrated Connectivity for the 6G Era
Paving the Way to WRC-27
Unlocking the Potential of D2D Connectivity
Space Economies & Emerging Markets
Space as Critical Infrastructure
Space-Enabled Sustainability on Earth
Global Governance and Responsible Behavior in Space
Managing Congestion, Mitigating Interference and Preventing Debris
Special Focus
International Space Law and the Path to Responsible Governance in partnership with UNOOSA
Innovation in Action: Emerging Technologies and Real-World Demonstrations