Europe space chief heads to Gulf as bloc looks beyond US
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- ✓The head of the European Space Agency will visit the United Arab Emirates this week to discuss space collaboration.
- ✓Europe wants to reduce its reliance on the United States.
- ✓Josef Aschbacher said, "We realised that in exploration, Europe is very exposed to the United States." Many new partnerships are planned.
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- BUSINESS
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- The Economic Times
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- 3 Minute(s)
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- India Economy
Synopsis
The head of the European Space Agency will visit the United Arab Emirates to discuss collaboration. This meeting aims to reduce Europe's dependence on the United States for space exploration. The ESA hopes to establish a framework agreement with the UAE to strengthen its exploration initiatives. Additionally, discussions may include potential investments and participation in upcoming programs. European governments must first ensure adequate funding before pursuing international cooperation.
PARIS: The head of the European Space Agency will meet officials in the United Arab Emirates this week as Europe seeks new partners and aims to reduce its reliance on the United States for space exploration.
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