Space Cafe Radio Geopolitics - the New Frontiers of Space Security with Special Envoy for Space, Ambassador Marjolijn van Deelen

In this episode, Special Envoy for Space, Ambassador Marjolijn van Deelen, discusses with Torsten Kriening the European Union's approach to space security, the importance of multilateral engagement, and the urgency of addressing contemporary challenges in space. She explores the parallels between space and nuclear sectors, the current global space security issues, and the EU's new space strategy focusing on security and defense. The discussion also looks into the diplomatic measures available to the EU and the need for international cooperation to ensure the sustainable and peaceful use of outer space. This interview was recorded during the 7th Prague Space Security Conference from 16-18th of June 2024 in Prague.

Useful Links:
EU Space Strategy for Security and Defence
European External Action Service
Prague Security Studies Institute
7th Prague Space Security Conference

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Chapters

• 0:00 Space Cafe Radio - the New Frontiers of Space Security with EU's Space Envoy, Ambassador Marjolijn van Deelen
• 1:37 Transition from Nuclear to Space Sector
• 4:24 Global Space Security Issues
• 5:57 Urgency and Response to Space Threats
• 9:18 EU Space Strategy for Security and Defense
• 11:14 Multilateral Engagement and Partnerships
• 14:11 Future of Space Security
• 16:50 Conclusion and Final Thoughts