The United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) is proud to reaffirm its commitment to the Group on Earth Observations and to the shared vision of harnessing Earth Intelligence for a resilient future. As we gather in Geneva for the GEO Symposium 2026 and the GEO-21 Plenary, UNOOSA stands firmly alongside GEO Members and Participating Organizations in advancing the transformative power of satellite data and remote sensing for the benefit of all nations.

Through the UN-SPIDER programme, UNOOSA has long championed the use of space-based information in disaster risk reduction and emergency response. By bridging the gap between the space and disaster management communities, UN-SPIDER supports countries — particularly those most vulnerable to natural hazards — in accessing and applying Earth observation data when it matters most.

Investing in Earth Intelligence is not merely a technical endeavour — it is a commitment to saving lives, protecting livelihoods, and building the resilience of communities around the world. UNOOSA calls upon GEO Members, Participating Organizations, and partners to deepen collaboration, strengthen capacity, and ensure that the benefits of Earth observation reach those who need them most. Together, we can translate the power of space into lasting impact on the ground.