Bundestag Committee on Research, Technology, and Space to Convene for Non-Public Session
Berlin, Germany – July 30, 2025 – The German Bundestag’s Committee on Research, Technology, and Space (Ausschuss für Forschung, Technologie, Raumfahrt und Technikfolgenabschätzung) has scheduled its fourth meeting for Thursday, August 21, 2025, at 11:00 AM. Notably, this session will be held as a non-public meeting, meaning that details of the discussions and decisions made will not be immediately available to the general public.
This committee plays a crucial role in shaping Germany’s future in scientific and technological advancement. Its purview encompasses a wide array of critical areas, including fundamental and applied research, the development and implementation of new technologies, Germany’s significant contributions to space exploration and utilization, and the vital task of assessing the societal and ethical implications of technological progress.
The decision to hold this particular session as non-public suggests that the agenda likely includes topics of a sensitive or strategic nature. Such matters could range from discussions on confidential research projects, future governmental funding allocations for emerging technologies, sensitive international cooperation agreements in space, or preliminary assessments of new technologies with potentially far-reaching societal impacts that require careful consideration before public disclosure.
While the specific agenda items for this non-public meeting have not been released, the committee’s ongoing work typically involves reviewing legislative proposals related to research and innovation, overseeing government research funding, debating national strategies for key technological sectors, and engaging with experts from academia, industry, and research institutions.
The committee’s deliberations are instrumental in guiding Germany’s approach to the challenges and opportunities presented by rapid technological change. Their work directly influences policy decisions that impact everything from economic competitiveness and scientific discovery to environmental sustainability and national security.
Further information regarding the committee’s broader activities and future public sessions can be found on the official website of the German Bundestag.
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Tagesordnungen der Ausschüsse published ‘Forschung, Technologie, Raumfahrt, Technikfolgenabschätzung: 4. Sitzung des Ausschusses für Forschung, Technologie, Raumfahrt und Technikfolgenabschätzung am Donnerstag, dem 21. August 2025, 11.00 Uhr – nicht öffentlich’ at 2025-07-30 14:18. Please write a detailed article about this news in a polite tone with relevant information. Please reply in English with the article only.