Technical programme

E3.1. National Space Policies and Programmes, and Regional Cooperation

This session will provide a forum for the presentation and discussion of current space policies, programmes and initiatives of national and international organisations. A specific focus will be given to the different approaches and mechanisms for regional cooperation in space (Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa) : balance between national and regional interests, contributions of national programmes, legal tools (e.g. multilateral agreements, treaties, multinational agencies, …).

E3.2. International Space Exploration Policies and Programmes

Space exploration is an important space policy domain that has been gaining momentum in recent years topping the S&T policy agenda in many countries. Space-faring countries have long been involved in human and robotic exploration but emerging space actors are increasingly getting involved in the field as well. International cooperation plans and partnerships are also increasingly leading to a new space exploration context. This session will provide a forum to reflect on the trends in space exploration and present the latest developments in the field.

E3.3. Industrial Policies as Drivers of the Space Economy

The ‘space economy’ covers the value-chain of the space sector (from launchers to satellites and space services) and its various downstream applications. Although many space activities have become commercial, most rely on national industrial policies for long term development. Several countries either encourage very specific activities to develop national comparative advantages (e.g. exports, foreign direct investments) or are covering a wide range of space activities across the value chain. In view of the current economic conditions, this session aims to compare objectives, practices and lessons learned in various countries around the world as they build up their industrial policies for space activities.

E3.4. Assuring a Safe, Secure and Sustainable Space Environment for Space Activities

Space activities provide a wealth of increasing benefits for people on Earth. However space actors have come to realise that in order to continue the many benefits the world community has come to depend on, the international community will have to develop the technical, legal, policy, and political means to keep a safe, secure and sustainable space environment. This session will explore the progress being made within multilateral for a, the private sector, and individual countries in reaching a safe, secure, and sustainable space environment. It will especially examine activities within the UN Committee for the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space; the European Union proposed Code of Conduct for Space Activities, and other efforts to create the conditions for this desired end.

E3.5-E7.6. 28th IAA/IISL Scientific-Legal Round Table "Space and the Polar Regions (Arctic and Antarctica)" (Invited Papers)

The Polar Regions are areas of growing geopolitical interest. While Antarctica is covered by an international agreement governing its exclusively peaceful use for scientific purposes, the Arctic is already becoming a contested area with relevance for raw materials exploitation, transport routes and security. This round table looks into space applications relevant for the Polar Regions as well as policy issues and regulatory aspects involved.

E3.P. Poster Session