Orientations on the European contribution in establishing key principles for the global space economy

Summary:

Set of conclusions adopted by the Council of the European Union on 11 November 2020, setting out a number of orientations on a future space policy for the European Union (EU).

Further information:

The Council notes with satisfaction the emergence of a highly competitive European space industry and supply chains. It calls upon all actors to work towards ensuring a global level-playing field and open economies, on the basis of multilateral solutions and reciprocity in the space sector. The Council also stresses the need or European technological non-dependence and recalls the importance of maintaining a secure, autonomous, reliable, cost-effective and affordable access to space. Particular attention is devoted to space traffic management, where the need for a coordinated European approach is highlighted, as well as to space cybersecurity.

In order to achieve these objectives, the Council highlights the importance of coordinated actions by the European Union, the European Space Agency (ESA) and their respective member states, based on the parallel competences and respective tasks and responsibilities and fully respecting the institutional settings and operational frameworks, to strengthen the European Space Policy.

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Council of the European Union: Press Release, 11/11/2020: Key principles for the global space economy: EU Council adopts conclusions https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/press-releases/2020/11/11/key-principles-for-the-global-space-economy-eu-council-adopts-conclusions/

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