Goal 3: Strengthen European Autonomy and Resilience

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ESA has set five goals to achieve by 2040. Goal 3 is to Strengthen Autonomy and Resilience.

By developing advanced communication networks and world-leading European observation and navigation capabilities, ESA ensures Europe can rely on secure, independent and resilient space services, supporting citizens, businesses and governments in an evolving world.

At the ESA Council at Ministerial Level held on 26 and 27 November 2025, ESA and its Member States will advance key programmes to strengthen Europe’s strategic autonomy as part of Strategy 2040.

Learn more about ESA’s Strategy 2040 here.

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