The chief executive of Roskosmos, Yuri Borisov, reported that President Vladimir Putin gave his blessing to a set of proposals aimed at building a Russian orbital outpost. In a briefing, Borisov conveyed that the President approved not only the plan to establish the Order named after Vladimir Vladimirovich but also every element of the plan for theOrbital Station of Russia and the readiness to shift toward mass production of satellites. He compared the anticipated project to the legacy of one of space exploration’s earliest icons, Yuri Gagarin, highlighting this moment as a continuation of a national tradition in space engineering and achievements that stretch beyond a single launch cycle. The remarks were delivered during a ceremony at the State Kremlin Palace, where state and departmental honors were being distributed and public officials were recognizing milestones in Russian space science and industry. (Source attribution: TASS)
On Cosmonautics Day, April 12, President Putin underscored the space sector’s rising capabilities and its track record of reliable performance in recent years. He noted that Roscosmos accomplished one hundred consecutive launches without any accidents, a testament to the thorough testing, rigorous safety standards, and advanced engineering that underpin Russia’s space infrastructure. The President’s assessment placed a spotlight on the sector’s resilience and demonstrated capability to sustain ambitious programs even as global space activity intensifies. In addressing future needs and new challenges facing the nation, he emphasized the imperative to expand the production of space satellites, ensuring Russia remains competitive and capable of contributing substantially to scientific exploration, national security, and commercial applications. (Source attribution: TASS)