The Directorate-General for Defence Industry and Space (DG DEFIS) of the European Commission oversees EU policies in defence and space.

It works to strengthen the competitiveness of Europe’s defence industry, support collaborative defence research, and enhance security and resilience in space.

DG DEFIS manages key EU space programs, including Galileo for navigation and Copernicus for Earth observation, while also promoting innovation and autonomy in critical technologies.

The DG DEFIS ensures that defence and space initiatives align with EU strategic interests, fostering cooperation among Member States and reducing external dependencies.