ESA Chief Expresses Concern Over Space Weaponization, Signals Türkiye Partnership

European Space Agency Director General Josef Aschbacher highlighted the importance of monitoring space weapon deployment, stating ESA is not involved in such activities. He also expressed openness to a new cooperation agreement with Türkiye, noting Europe's recent 32% increase in space funding to €22.3 billion. This reflects growing international focus on space security and collaborative efforts in the rapidly advancing global space sector.