With profound shifts reshaping global politics, trade and security, Europe faces a critical challenge: to take its future into its own hands, for the peace of Europe and the strength, competitiveness and resilience of its economy. Business as usual is over.
A new quality of political engagement is emerging, marked by a growing readiness to invest in European autonomy, security, and economic resilience. It takes a village to translate a shared European vision into action, with each actor contributing according to their priorities and ambitions.
The 19th ESPI Autumn Conference “Europe as a Space Power – Directionality & Priorities of Strategic Action“, will explore concrete pathways for Europe to become a full-fledged space power and strengthen its position as a trusted global partner. I encourage you to join us in Vienna on 28-29 October 2025, and to play a part in shaping Europe’s future in space, and beyond.
H. Ludwig Moeller – Director of the European Space Policy Institute