European Commission – Directorate-General for Defence Industry and Space (DG DEFIS)

About this organisation

The European Commission's Directorate-General for Defence Industry and Space (DG DEFIS) is responsible for the European Union's defence and space policies. As a key player in the EU's space governance, DG DEFIS promotes cooperation among member states and develops policies to advance the EU's space interests. The organisation's work has significant implications for the development of European space capabilities and the EU's role in global space governance.