The Space Policy Forum: Bringing Space to the National Debate

The Aerospace Corporation’s Center for Space Policy and Strategy presents the inaugural Space Policy Forum – bridging the gap between the space sector and the broader policy community. 

As space becomes increasingly central to national security, economic competitiveness, and international leadership, decisions made in one domain ripple across others. Launch regulations impact commercial aviation.  Industrial policy decisions in space reverberate across the broader economy. Geopolitics are reshaping international partnerships and alliances. 

Through dynamic panels, impactful debates, and targeted breakout sessions, explore how space policy intersects with—and influences—broader national priorities. 

Join us on September 2, 2026, in Washington, DC, to forge a more integrated approach to space and national policy. 

Panels: 

• Industrial Policy: How Aggressive Should We Be With Space
• What Does U.S. Leadership in Space Exploration Mean
• Quick on the Draw: Debate on Whether the U.S. Should Seek to Avoid or Embrace Space War 

Breakout Sessions: 

• Future of International Space Partnerships
• A Market Opportunity: Investing in Space
• The Launch Crunch: Space Constrained Airspace 

Registration, keynote announcements, and the full agenda are coming soon.