# ‘Passengers or pilots?’ Europe seeks to challenge US dominance in space with €10 billion plan

https://mins.news/en/item/51935

- France 24, 2026-09-09 19:56 UTC
- Science
- Original: https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20260909-passengers-or-pilots-europe-looks-to-challenge-us-dominance-in-space-sector-with-%E2%82%AC10-billion-plan

> Key figures from Europe’s space industry and other international players have gathered in Paris to discuss advancing Europe’s ambitions in a global space market dominated by the United States.

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