Why does Italy spend five billion on space (and what does it get back in our pockets)?

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It is a moment of great turmoil for the Italian space economy. Space is now seen as a pillar of the European Union’s sovereignty and industrial competitiveness. And thanks to the stormy relations with its long-time ally – the United States – the need to relaunch technical, scientific and industrial capabilities in the space sector has become a priority. In this continental effort, our country…

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