Watch the high-level Global Networking Forum on Europe’s exploration ambition, recorded on 7 October during the 77th International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2026) in Antalya, Türkiye.

ESA Director General Josef Aschbacher joins leaders from ESA Member States to discuss the future of European exploration, the upcoming ESA Intermediate Ministerial Meeting in Rome, and how Europe can strengthen its capabilities in low Earth orbit, lunar exploration and beyond.

Featuring Mario Cospito (ASI), François Jacq (CNES), Tanja Permozer (Slovenian Space Office), Juan Carlos Cortés (AEE and Chair of the ESA Council), Tania Celani (UK Space Agency) and René Kleeßen (German Space Agency at DLR)