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Paris space summit puts Europe’s strategic role—and divisions—under scrutiny

The International Space Summit in Paris on 9–10 September will bring together governments, industry leaders and astronauts to debate Europe’s position in the next phase of space exploration. The absence of SpaceX and Blue Origin highlights the summit’s focus on Europe’s industrial ambitions and geopolitical challenges.

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The summit convenes political leaders, ministers, industry representatives and astronauts around Europe’s future role in space exploration and industrial development.
SpaceX and Blue Origin’s withdrawal underscores the competitive and geopolitical pressures shaping Europe’s relationship with leading U.S. commercial space companies.
The event also exposes tensions between France and Germany over industrial ambitions, a factor that could affect European space policy and cooperation.

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