Macron Calls for European Shared Governance of Space

French President Emmanuel Macron urged European leaders to establish shared governance for space activities and pursue independent manned flights. The call was made during a Paris summit aimed at strengthening Europe's aerospace autonomy.

10 Sept, 08:38 — 10 Sept, 09:19

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Why this matters

Europe currently relies heavily on US (NASA) and Russian (Roscosmos) capabilities for human spaceflight. Establishing an independent European manned flight program and governance structure is seen as crucial for geopolitical autonomy, technological sovereignty, and maintaining access to space resources.

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Emmanuel Macron called for 'shared governance' of space at an International Space Summit in Paris
The goal includes developing Europe's own manned flight capabilities
A target of launching a 'European crewed capsule' within ten years was mentioned

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Macron proposed shared governance of space

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The summit took place in Paris

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A European crewed capsule is targeted for launch within ten years

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Specifics of the 'European preference' policy in procurement

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France 24High1h ago

Macron calls for 'shared governance' of space at Paris summit

French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday called for the "shared governance" of space in a speech delivered at the two-day International Space Summit.

By FRANCE 24

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