Mongolia has been involved in space technology since 1965 under the INTERCOSMOS program. The first satellite data receiving station and weather satellite ground station were established in 1970. In 1981, J. Gurragchaa became the first Mongolian cosmonaut. In 2017, Mazaalai, Mongolia's first satellite, was launched into space. The Space Technology Association of Mongolia is the main organization related to space technology. It has a board, CEO, secretary and various technical commissions. Members include students, regular members, institutions and honorary members. The association partners with space organizations in countries around the world and participates in international conferences and workshops on space technology.