Opportunity for cooperation in space remote sensing technology betweenESA and CAST,

摘要

Abstract: This paper details the Chinese Academy of Space Technology (CAST) position and recent development in space remote sensing activities nd gives the author's view of the accomplishment of European Space Agency (ESA) in this field. Space remote sensing technology is a useful scientific and technical means to realize sustainable development of the society of mankind now and future. Peace and development are the common desires of the people across the world and become the current of the present era. Nowadays, cooperation in scientific research and technical works among different countries has been the trend. 'Open the door to the outside world' policy adopted by the Chinese Government gives great warranty and strong motivation for cooperation and communication between China and the world. CAST as a leading space group of China has a strong willing to cooperate with ESA, NASA and other nation's space bodies. At the last part of this paper, author's view about the opportunity of cooperation in space remote sensing technology between ESA and CAST is put forth. !4