France said today that the European Union should have more military elements in their space policy to counteract security threats. France has specifically asked for European spy satellites to augment the Galileo GPS like system. France takes over leadership of the European Union today.
France has also said they want a "revolution in space" to keep from falling behind the Japan, China, and India. Their plans include missions to the Moon and Mars.
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Tuesday, July 01, 2008
France Wants More Military in Europe's Space Policy
Posted by Dan Schrimpsher at 9:17 AM
Labels: Foreign Space, Military
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Well, so much for a "peaceful future" in space.
It looks like were mimicking Star Wars more than Star Trek.
~Darnell
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