How Countries Build a National Space Program from the Ground Up
How does a country build a national space program from the ground up? The process should begin with national needs—not with choosing a satellite or launch capability. Angola’s experience shows the importance of identifying problems that space capabilities can help solve, building institutions around clear priorities, developing local expertise, and ensuring international partnerships leave lasting […]
The Next 10 Years of Space: What Emerging Nations Must Do Now to Avoid Being Left Behind
What will determine which nations lead the future of space exploration? It won’t be who builds the most satellites or launches the most missions. Success will depend on developing strong institutions, investing in people, fostering international partnerships, and using space technologies to solve real national challenges. Drawing on Angola’s experience building its National Space Programme, […]
The Strategic Importance of Cislunar Infrastructure for Global Competitiveness
Why is cislunar infrastructure becoming the defining factor of global competitiveness in space? What shifts when space activity moves from isolated missions to continuous operations? And how do communications, navigation, and data systems determine who participates meaningfully in the emerging space economy? The strategic importance of cislunar infrastructure lies in shifting episodic missions to permanent […]
