US Warns EU of Economic Consequences Over Starlink Restrictions

The US ambassador to the EU has warned of serious economic consequences for European companies if Brussels restricts American satellite operators like SpaceX's Starlink. Andrew Pazer said the US market's scale makes potential retaliation "very destructive" for European firms. The warning follows European Commission plans to reserve radio frequencies for EU companies, potentially limiting access for US and Chinese operators. SpaceX criticized the proposal, saying it could worsen connectivity in Ukraine, where Starlink is vital for civilian and military communications. Brussels says the changes aim to boost EU technological independence, citing unpredictability of US policy and infrastructure risks. Pazer urged cooperation with Washington on AI and quantum computing against China, questioning EU regulatory fines as budget-raising measures.