The IAF brings together major players in the space sector, including institutional, public and private sector stakeholders, on an international scale. In the context of developing its vision: "A space-faring world cooperating for the benefit of humanity", the IAF has been expanding its network to include the community of politicians with a special focus on Members of Parliaments. As the responsible oversight Portfolio Committees regarding space matters in South Africa, the IAF invited members of the Portfolio Committees on Trade and Industry, on Science and Technology and on Rural Development and Land Reform to attend the 4th International Meeting for Parliamentarians held in Naples, Italy, on 30 September 2012 and the 63rd International Astronautical Congress on 1 to 6 October 2012.