The space race is being reshaped by geopolitics, offering opportunities for countries such as New Zealand

The space race is being reshaped by geopolitics, offering opportunities for countries such as New Zealand

The space economy is being reshaped—not just by innovation, but by geopolitics. What was once dominated by state space agencies, and more recently by private ventures, is evolving into a hybrid model in which government priorities and commercial capabilities are intertwined.