The First Space Nation

Anyone who wishes to get away from life on Earth may consider becoming a citizen of Asgardia, the first space nation. The nation hopes to build a permanent settlement on the moon. Asgardia was founded in 2016. It has about 200,000 citizens now. Asgardians have big plans. They want to build up a population of 150 million people in the future. They also plan to operate spaceships in outer space where humans can live permanently. Asgardia’s president is Igor Ashurbeyli, who is a Russian engineer, computer scientist and businessman. He has taken office most recently. Ashurbeyli gave his first speech as president to several hundred people in Vienna, Austria. In the speech, he said, “This day will certainly be recorded among the greatest events in the history of humankind.” He added, “We have set up all branches of government. I can therefore declare with confidence that Asgardia — the first space nation of humankind — has been born.” Asgardia is named after Asgard, a world in the sky in the ancient mythology of Northern Europe, which was said to house the gods. Asgardia has its citizens who now live in more than 200 countries. A person can become a citizen online for free. Asgardians say that they want to attract those “most creative”. Asgardians now pay a yearly membership fee of about $125. Are you looking forward to becoming an Asgardian?