Under the theme of Space for human benefit and exploration, the 61st International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2010) was formally opened in Prague, Czech Republic.
Vice-Minister of Transport, Dita Schautova inaugurating the IAC Exhibition in the presence of Mr Jan Kolar, Director of Czech Space Office & Chairman of the Local Organising Committee.

During the week the exhibition will serve as a meeting point for conference participants. The exhibition is open to the public on Friday, October 1, from 14.00 to 17.00.