European Integration and Space Policy: A Growing Security Discourse

This book examines developments in European space policy and its significance for European integration, using discourse theory as a framework. It explores sensitive security questions linked to space activities and the interplay between space policy and security policy in the EU. It argues that defense and security matters should be studied in the context of space projects to better understand their historical, political, economic, legal, and social context. The book seeks to answer key questions about the contribution of space policy to European identity formation and integration, the interests of member states/EU institutions in space, the perception of space policy by European institutions, and the ways in which the EU is engaged in space in terms of policy areas such as foreign policy, industrial policy, security, and defense policies. It will be of interest to students of EU policy, space policy, discourse studies, and International Relations.

Format: Hardback
Length: 194 pages
Publication date: 22 December 2020
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive volume explores the evolving landscape of European space policy and its profound implications for European integration. Drawing upon the framework of discourse theory, it aims to delve into the intricacies of European space policy, examining several sensitive security concerns intertwined with space activities on the one hand, and the interplay between space policy and security policy within the European Union (EU) on the other. The book posits that a comprehensive understanding of space projects requires an analysis of their historical, political, economic, legal, and social contexts.

The volume seeks to address the following critical questions:

• How can space policy contribute to the formation of European identity and the integration process?
• What are the interests of member states/EU institutions in space?
• How is space policy perceived by European institutions, and how have they actively engaged in the policy process to promote space activities?
• In what ways is the EU involved in space, considering policy areas such as foreign policy, industrial policy, security, and defense policies?
• What impact do institutions have on the policy-making process in European space policy?

This book is of immense interest to students of EU policy, space policy, discourse studies, and International Relations in general. It offers valuable insights into the complex dynamics shaping European space policy and its profound impact on the continent's political, economic, and social landscape.

Weight: 450g
Dimension: 159 x 242 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367349127