The European Space Agency (ESA) announced its dependence on Russia in the implementation of space programs and
In addition to her, the list of possible partners includesJapan and India. ESA chief Josef Aschbacher said that Japan has long been "waiting for the first flight of its next-generation rocket." India is also considered. But the agency prefers SpaceX as the most expeditious option under the circumstances.
ESA uses Vega, Ariane 5 rockets, as well asRussian Soyuz. Aschbacher hopes to "strengthen European potential and independence" because he believes that Europe is too dependent on Russia and needs to be recognized.