NASA administrator Bill Nelson commended India's achievement with the Chandrayaan-3 mission, stating that India has accomplished something no other country has done. He applauded the successful landing around the moon's south pole, emphasizing its significance. Nelson also discussed the collaborative NISAR mission, a joint effort between NASA and ISRO, aiming to create a comprehensive 3D composite model of Earth's changes.

NISAR, scheduled for launch in 2024, will observe Earth's surfaces, monitoring changes in water, land, and ice. The mission focuses on understanding global carbon cycle dynamics and climate change impact. Nelson highlighted the importance of international partnerships, revealing plans for a crewed mission to the moon involving international participants. He expressed enthusiasm for expanded commercial collaboration with India, aligning with NASA's global space exploration strategy.