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Christophe
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VENET

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Former Research Fellow

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Christophe Venet was a Research Assistant and then Associate Fellow at the European Space Policy Institute (ESPI) from 2009 to 2010. Previously, he worked as a Research Assistant at the Institute of Political Science, Tübingen University (Germany). Christophe Venet graduated from the Institut d'Etudes Politiques de Strasbourg and holds a Masters degree in peace studies and international politics from Tübingen University. He also spent an academic exchange year at the Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO). He is a PhD candidate at Sciences Po Paris. His dissertation deals with EU policy in the field of space and security, focusing on the actorness of Europe and on interests and norms underlying the policy processes within the European Space Policy.

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Publications

Space Weather and NEOs in the European Space Policy

Date de publication
10 August 2011
Accroche

Although often overshadowed by a focus on security concerns, Space weather and NEOs are important elements of Europe’s SSA program.

Launcher policy in Europe: from symbol to the market?

Date de publication
14 June 2012
Accroche

Launcher policy will be one of the major issues discussed at the upcoming ESA Council at Ministerial Level. Europe is at the crossroads, as it needs to find the adequate balance between political necessities (ensuring an autonomous access to space) and economic realities (reducing costs).

Key Trends in the European Earth Observation Sector

Date de publication
18 December 2011
Accroche

An ambitious Earth Observation (EO) policy could bring significant benefits to Europe both regarding the fight against climate change and the competitiveness of its EO industry and service sectors.

2012, a turning point for Europe in space

Date de publication
09 February 2012
Accroche

In 2012, several crucial decisions lie ahead, most notably at the ESA Ministerial Council next fall and regarding the status of space within the next MFF of the EU. These will reveal the degree of political will to pursue an ambitious ESP in times of economic and financial constraint.

The Use of Space for Maritime Security in Europe

Date de publication
30 June 2011
Accroche

The EU is currently developing a Maritime Security Strategy. Space should be integrated in that effort, given its potential for maritime surveillance.