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EU-Iceland Satellite Communication Agreement

Summary

This recommendation supports an agreement allowing Iceland to participate in the EU's GOVSATCOM and Secure Connectivity programs, enhancing secure satellite communications.
10 14.07.2026
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Key points

  • Iceland will participate in the EU's GOVSATCOM and Secure Connectivity programs.
  • The agreement aims to improve secure satellite communications for government users and critical infrastructure.
  • Iceland's proximity to the Arctic region provides strategic advantages for telecommunications and transport connectivity.
  • Iceland will contribute technical infrastructure, ground segment facilities, and satellite capacities.
Documents (PDFs)
DRAFT RECOMMENDATION on the draft Council decision on the conclusion of the Agreement between the European Union and Iceland laying down the rules for participation of Iceland in the GOVSATCOM component of the Union Space Programme and in the Union Secure Connectivity Programme, and for access to GOVSATCOM services and to the governmental services of the Union Secure Connectivity Programme
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