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Europe Bets Big on $25 Billion Space Budget Amid Defense Hike.

  • Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

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  • Authored By: Duffy, Kate 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the European Space Agency's (ESA) request for €22 billion ($25.5 billion) from its member states over the next three years, marking a 36% increase from its previous budget. This funding aims to enhance Europe's military capabilities in space, particularly through a new program called European Resilience from Space (ERS), which seeks to synchronize national space assets for defense purposes. The ESA, traditionally focused on civilian projects, is now shifting towards military collaboration in response to increased defense spending due to geopolitical tensions, particularly following Russia's war in Ukraine. The proposal will be voted on by space leaders from various member states at an upcoming ministerial council. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Bloomberg.com. 2025/11, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Engineering
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:189598220
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