Schwarzenberg stage | Space Frontlines Shaping European Security

Space is no longer a purely enabling domain; it has become a central arena of geopolitical and technological competition. This competition is not only about who fields more advanced capabilities, but also about who sets the norms and standards, who shapes the strategic agenda rather than reacts to it, and who succeeds in building a more resilient and effective alliance network in orbit. As China and Russia accelerate the militarisation of space, Europe faces critical choices to influence norms, strengthen partnerships, and promote stability. - How is the militarisation of space by China and Russia reshaping the strategic environment for Europe? - What role can Europe play in shaping international norms, standards, and governance in space? - How can Europe build resilient alliances and partnerships to maintain security and strategic influence in orbit? - What are the emerging technological and strategic trends that will define space competition over the next decade? Speakers: Josef Aschbacher, Director General, European Space Agency Sylvain Debarre, Director, NATO Space Centre of Excellence Michael Hochberg, President & Founder, Periplous LLC; Visiting Scholar, Cambridge Centre for Geopolitics Georg Kopetz, CEO, TTTech Brig. Gen. Jacob Middleton, Commanding General, U.S. Space Forces in Europe & Space Forces Africa Led by: Jeanne Meserve, International Security Expert, CTV News