Aarti Holla-Maini's Insights on Space Sustainability and Security: An Exclusive Discussion

Join host Torsten Kriening as he sits down with Aarti Holla-Maini, Director of the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA), to discuss critical topics in the space sector. This episode give an insight view into space sustainability, traffic management, the role of private companies, and global cooperation for peaceful space usage. Holla-Maini highlights the recent UNGA resolution, the Pact for the Future, the importance of equitable access to space resources, and the initiatives UNOOSA is undertaking to ensure space benefits support Sustainable Development Goals. Tune in for an in-depth exploration of the challenges and opportunities in maintaining a sustainable and secure outer space.

Useful Links:
UNOOSA
World Space Forum 2024
Pact for the Future
UN SDGs

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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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In the third episode of our special PSSI Space Security podcast series, experts shed light on critical space security issues from the Indo-Pacific region. The episode featured insightful interviews with Dr. Jong Shinn Wu, Director General of the Taiwan Space Agency, and Dr. Il Seok Oh, Vice Chairman of KASS, the Korean Academy of Space Security.

Dr. Wu highlighted the geopolitical risks facing Taiwan due to its strategic location and the challenges posed by China's influence in international space organizations. The need for cooperative frameworks amongst Indo-Pacific nations was emphasized as a means to bolster Taiwan's role in global space affairs.

Dr. Oh discussed South Korea's primary concerns, including the implications of North Korea's satellite developments and cyber security threats. He stressed the importance of international cooperation to establish new norms in space security and advocate for the revision of existing treaties to address modern challenges.

Both experts underscored the importance of building bilateral and multilateral partnerships with allies like the U.S., Japan, and Australia. By fostering such alliances, the Indo-Pacific nations can strengthen their strategic security and contribute to stable and peaceful cooperation in the region's space activities.

This Space Cafe Radio Prague Space Security Mini-Series is supported by PSSI, the Prague Security Studies Institute. PSSI is the organizer of the seventh Prague Space Security Conference, part of a prestigious, high-level conference series launched in 2011. All the interviews in this Space Security Mini-Series were conducted during the seventh Prague Space Security Conference, held from the 16th to the 18th of June, 2024.

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Join us in this episode as Torsten Kriening dives into the latest in space investments and the evolving commercial space industry with Gary Dunow, Executive Vice President for Strategic Development at USGIF. Learn about the 'GoldRush 2024 Commercial Remote Sensing Global Rankings' report, China's growing influence, and the role of public and private investments in maintaining U.S. competitiveness.
They also discuss Europe's response, emerging market trends in Earth observation, and key players like Maxar, Capella, and IceEye. Explore the impact of human-machine teaming on decision-making, geospatial education initiatives by the US Government, and the critical balance of export regulations amid global competition.
Tune in for insights into the future of remote sensing, national security, and the geopolitical tensions shaping this high-stakes arena.

Useful Links:
GoldRush 2024 Commercial Remote Sensing Global Rankings
USGIF

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Hello SpaceWatchers! In a recent episode of Space Café Radio, Emma Gatti, Editor in Chief of SpaceWatch Global, engaged in a fascinating conversation with Bob Richards and Christian Fidi from TTTech Aerospace.

The conversation covered key topics such as Ariane-6, European independence, interoperability, modularity, scalability, and secure connectivity, shedding light on the advanced technologies driving the industry forward. Bob also touched on the significant changes in the roles of space agencies, with an increasing focus on commercial contracts and services.

Christian shared insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by the European space sector, emphasizing the need for collaboration and risk-taking to drive innovation. The discussion underscored the importance of international cooperation in programs like Artemis, which are paving the way for future space exploration.

This podcast is produced in collaboration with TTTech, a leading provider of safe networked computing platforms applied in markets like aviation, space, mobile machinery, and smart manufacturing and automation.

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The Business of Space: Pacôme Révillon on Market Trends and Innovations

In this episode of Space Café Radio, host Torsten Kriening sits down with Pacôme Révillon, CEO of Novaspace, to review the 27th edition of the World Space Business Week held in Paris. They discuss key trends, including market transformations, mergers, and acquisitions, the impact of new EU DG DEFIS Commissioner and defense activities on the space sector. Pacôme shares insights into the challenges faced by the space and finance markets, the importance of standardization and interoperability, and Novaspace's growing involvement in the defense sector. The conversation offers an in-depth look at the future of space business, including Earth observation market growth and innovations.

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Bridging the Atlantic: A Deep Dive into Global Space Security Collaboration

In the first episode of our new PSSI podcast series, produced in collaboration with PSSI, the Prague Security Studies Institute, we explore the advancements in international cooperation in space security with Deanna L. Ryals, Director, International Affairs at the Space Systems Command of the US Space Force. They discussed Key Challenges in Space Security after the Ukraine conflict, how to strengthen transatlantic ties throu data-sharing, and how to expand alliances including additional nations in these security conversations.

For a deeper understanding, tune into the full episode and explore the insightful dialogue on how the U.S. and Europe are shaping the future of global space security.
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This Space Cafe Radio Prague Space Security Mini-Series i supported by PSSI, the Prague Security Studies Institute. PSSI is the organizer of the seventh Prague Space Security Conference, part of a prestigious, high-level conference series launched in 2011. All the interviews in this Space Security Mini-Series were conducted during the seventh Prague Space Security Conference, held from the 16th to the 18th of June, 2024.

Useful Links:
Prague Security Studies Institute, PSSI
7th Prague Space Security Conference
U.S. Space Force Space Systems Command

You can find all the episodes of the PSSI mini-series 2024 here:
EP01 - Major General Philippe Adam
EP02 - Deanna Ryals
EP03 - Dr. Jong-Shinn Wu, Dr. Il-Seok Oh
EP04 - Kari Bingen
EP05 - Dean Cheng

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In this episode of Space Cafe Radio, host Torsten Kriening interviews Kevin Pomfret, partner at Williams Mullen Law Firm and founder of the Center for Spatial Law and Policy.
Kevin leverages his 30 years of experience in corporate and transactional law to help companies in the space and spatial sectors grow and innovate. He works with a wide range of businesses that use technologies such as small sats, cloud computing, 5G, ML/AI, 3D and UAVs to develop commercial, government and societal applications.

They discuss the critical gap between the space and geospatial sectors, particularly focusing on the practical applications and challenges in disaster response, agriculture, and other areas in the Global South. Kevin highlights the importance of legal and policy frameworks for successful integration and use of space and geospatial data. The discussion includes examples from Mexico and Chile, the role of various stakeholders, and lessons that emerging space ecosystems can learn from more established programs.

Useful links:

• Laura Delgado Lopez - Co-author
• Orbital Dynamics: The Domestic and Foreign Policy Forces Shaping Latin American Engagement in Space
• Book: Geospatial Law, Policy and Ethics: Where Geospatial Technology is Taking the Law

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