ESA Director General Discusses Europe's Space Investment Future on *Space Minds*
This week's episode of Space Minds brings an insightful discussion with Josef Aschbacher, the current Director General of the European Space Agency (ESA). Recorded at the World Space Business Week in Paris, Aschbacher joins SpaceNews editor Mike Gruss to delve into Europe's stance on increased space investment and the evolving landscape of the space economy.
Aschbacher, who succeeded Johann-Dietrich Wörner in 2021, shared ESA's strategic positioning in the face of a rapidly changing space economy. The conversation touched on the growing importance of defense and security in ESA's agenda, highlighting dual-use technologies, new launch competition, and commercial partnerships as key areas of focus.
Looking ahead, Aschbacher and Gruss discussed the upcoming budget negotiations at the November ministerial conference, where Europe's commitment to space exploration and innovation will be a central topic.
In this enlightening episode of Space Minds, Josef Aschbacher provides valuable insights into ESA's vision for the future of European space exploration. With a focus on investment, innovation, and collaboration, Europe is poised to play a significant role in shaping the global space economy.
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