Bachelor of Arts (BA) · Pompeu Fabra University
Aniol Escorihuela Roca is a Global Studies graduate from Pompeu Fabra University, ranked first in his class, with international experience at the University of Toronto. His academic focus spans international security and global governance, with research on Arctic policy, space deterrence, and anti-satellite weapons. He has experience in foreign affairs and leadership at AIESEC, aiming to pursue a career in space defense policymaking.
How does Arctic satellite infrastructure shape strategic, economic and security dynamics? Polar-orbiting satellites and Arctic ground stations create vital data access but also introduce dual-use risks and infrastructure bottlenecks. Expanding Arctic satellite infrastructure requires balancing re…
Can the Arctic become a secure alternative to vulnerable global data corridors? Climate change and rising digital demand make Arctic submarine cables viable, supporting economic activity, scientific research, Arctic communities, and military operations. Competing Western and Russian projects are …
Why is Europe still vulnerable in space despite its relevance? Europe’s defence remains nationally fragmented, with divergent doctrines, weak shared situational awareness (SSA), slow attribution, and uncoordinated capabilities. Strengthening coordinated SSA, shared response standards, and joint c…
