The EU establishes security rules for the European Space Programme and Secure Connectivity systems
14 Jul 2026
Effective: 13 Jul 2026
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Who is affected:
Operators, contractors and entities participating in EU space and connectivity programmes
Summary
The EU Council sets security instructions to protect European space and secure connectivity systems. These rules aim to prevent risks to Union security.
Detailed analysis
PRO
Council Decision (CFSP) 2026/1716 establishes specific security instructions applicable to systems and services linked to the EU Space Programme and the Secure Connectivity Programme (GOVSATCOM/IRIS²). It regulates the deployment, operation and use of these critical infrastructures to prevent threats to Union security.…
Full official title
OJ:L_202601716: Decisión (PESC) 2026/1716 del Consejo, de 13 de julio de 2026, sobre las instrucciones relativas a la seguridad de los sistemas y servicios cuyo despliegue, funcionamiento y utilización en el marco del Programa Espacial de la Unión y del Programa de Conectividad Segura de la Unión pueden afectar a la seguridad de la Unión