Which country was a participant in the 1998 International Space Station Agreement?

Russia was a participant in the 1998 International Space Station Agreement due to its significant role in the development and operation of the ISS. Following the dissolution of the Soviet Union, Russia continued its legacy in space exploration and became one of the primary partners in the ISS program alongside the United States, European Space Agency member countries, Japan, and Canada.

The agreement established a framework for international cooperation for the design, construction, and operation of the space station, highlighting the importance of collaboration in advancing human space exploration. While other countries like China and India have had influential space programs, they were not involved in the initial agreements for the ISS during the period in question. Japan, while a vital partner in later phases, joined the venture later and was not part of the original 1998 agreement.