Russian Federation Medal of Merit in Space Exploration

[TacHel]

Medal of Merit in Space Exploration: Established by presidential decree number 1099 dated 7 September 2010. (So new it hasn't even been uploaded into the official Russian ODM web site yet!)

Awarded to citizens of the Russian Federation for achievements in research and development of space applications, for outstanding contribution to the development of rockets, space technology and industry, in manpower training, in research and design activities, in implementation of international programs, as well as other achievements in space activities aimed at the comprehensive socio-economic development of the Russian Federation, for strengthening its defense capabilities and ensuring national interests and increased international cooperation.

Edited October 3, 2010 by TacHel

[bmsm]

Medal of Merit in Space Exploration: Established by presidential decree number 1099 dated 7 September 2010. (So new it hasn't even been uploaded into the official Russian ODM web site yet!)

Awarded to citizens of the Russian Federation for achievements in research and development of space applications, for outstanding contribution to the development of rockets, space technology and industry, in manpower training, in research and design activities, in implementation of international programs, as well as other achievements in space activities aimed at the comprehensive socio-economic development of the Russian Federation, for strengthening its defense capabilities and ensuring national interests and increased international cooperation.

Frank,

Is this only awarded to the citizens of the Russian Federation as stated above or can foreign citizens also be awarded this medal? I was thinking along the lines of the missions to the International Space Station on the Soyuz spacecraft where there are different countries represented.

Bob

[TacHel]

Actually... I should've transferred the entire write up over here.

Here's para 2:

Medal of Merit in Space Exploration "may be awarded to citizens and foreigners for outstanding achievements in the development of space industry in the Russian Federation."

So yes, foreign citizens can also get it.