Summary
France hopes Europe can become more independent in space projects.
Four big United States space companies decided not to attend.
Topics include space traffic, satellite signals, and safe use of space.
Key Points
4 points1
The summit is scheduled for September 9‑10 at the Grand Palais.
2
More than 2,000 delegates, including scientists and company leaders, are expected.
3
European Union plans a secure satellite network called IRIS Two.
4
The meeting will not make official decisions, but will share ideas.
New Words to Learn
6 wordsdelegations
groups of people sent by a country to represent it
autonomy
being able to do things on your own
satellite
a machine that circles Earth and helps with communication and weather
frequency
the number of times a signal is sent, like a radio station
astronauts
people who travel into space
secure
safe and protected
Want to learn even more? Click here to read the full story!
🔊 Reading Article
Kid-friendly voice