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Broadcast Pro
01-05-2025
- Business
- Broadcast Pro
UAE and Egypt sign MoU to strengthen space cooperation
The MoU sets a long-term framework for civil space cooperation, including shared expertise, research, and joint projects aligned with both nations' sustainable development goals. The United Arab Emirates and Egypt have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen cooperation in space activities for peaceful purposes, marking a significant milestone in regional space collaboration. The agreement, signed between the UAE Space Agency and the Egyptian Space Agency, was formalised on the sidelines of the NewSpace Africa Conference and the 11th Meeting of the Arab Space Cooperation Group, held in Cairo. Leading the UAE delegation was Eng. Salem Butti Al Qubaisi, Director-General of the UAE Space Agency, who also attended the inauguration of the African Space Agency headquarters on April 20, 2025. The event brought together prominent space leaders, ministers, and officials from across Africa, emphasising the continent's growing role in global space development. Al Qubaisi hailed the MoU as a pivotal step in advancing Arab cooperation in the space sector. He highlighted the UAEs belief in space as a strategic platform for achieving sustainable development, fostering innovation, and encouraging knowledge exchange to address regional and global challenges. He noted that the agreement reflects the shared vision between the UAE and Egypt to invest in human capital, localise scientific expertise and build a resilient, innovation-led economy. The agreement outlines a broad framework for long-term collaboration in civil space initiatives. Areas of focus include Earth observation, satellite communication, remote sensing, space situational awareness, navigation and timing systems, remote asset management, and research in emerging space technologies. It also supports the exchange of technical knowledge, joint development of space projects and alignment with the sustainable development goals of both nations. The UAE Space Agency emphasised that the MoU with Egypt fits within the broader UAE vision of being a reliable regional and global player in the space sector. It demonstrates the countrys commitment to strengthening ties with Arab nations, promoting scientific advancement and leveraging space technologies for community service and future resilience. By joining forces with Egypt, the UAE adds another key partner to its expanding network of international space collaborations, reinforcing its commitment to peaceful space exploration and shared technological progress for generations to come.
Arab News
30-04-2025
- Business
- Arab News
UAE, Egypt sign MoU in ‘significant milestone' for Arab space cooperation
DUBAI: The UAE and Egypt have signed a memorandum of understanding to boost collaboration in peaceful space activities, marking what Emirati officials described as a 'significant milestone' in Arab space cooperation, state news agency WAM reported on Wednesday. The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the 11th meeting of the Arab Space Cooperation Group and the 'NewSpace Africa' conference in Cairo, with the UAE delegation led by Salem Butti Al-Qubaisi, director-general of the UAE Space Agency. 'The MoU represents a significant milestone in Arab space cooperation and reflects the UAE's strategic vision, which sees space as a gateway to sustainable development, knowledge exchange and innovative solutions to shared challenges,' Al-Qubaisi said. He highlighted that partnering with Egypt reinforced the UAE's commitment to investing in people, localizing scientific expertise and developing a competitive, innovation-driven knowledge economy. He said that these goals aligned with broader regional ambitions for prosperity and stability. The MoU establishes a long-term framework for cooperation in civil space programs, including the exchange of expertise, research and technology, and the implementation of joint projects supporting both countries' sustainable development goals. Planned areas of collaboration include communications technologies, satellite navigation and timing, Earth observation, remote sensing, space situational awareness, remote asset management and R&D in emerging and advanced technologies. The UAE delegation also attended the opening ceremony of the African Space Agency's new headquarters at Egyptian Space City, an event that drew senior officials, ministers and space-sector leaders from across Africa.
Hi Dubai
30-04-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
UAE Space Agency signs MoU with Egypt to boost peaceful space collaboration
The UAE Space Agency has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Egyptian Space Agency to enhance cooperation in civil space activities for peaceful purposes, marking a major step in regional collaboration on science, technology, and sustainable development. The agreement was signed during the UAE delegation's participation in the NewSpace Africa conference and the 11th meeting of the Arab Space Cooperation Group, both held in Cairo. The delegation, led by Eng. Salem Butti Al Qubaisi, Director-General of the UAE Space Agency, also attended the inauguration of the African Space Agency headquarters on April 20. Al Qubaisi described the MoU as a milestone in Arab space cooperation, highlighting the UAE's strategic commitment to knowledge exchange, innovation, and the use of space technologies to address global challenges. The partnership outlines a long-term framework for cooperation in research, technology exchange, and joint projects. Key areas of collaboration include Earth observation, navigation systems, space situational awareness, and advanced technologies, all aimed at supporting national development goals. The agreement reflects the UAE's broader ambition to build a competitive, knowledge-based economy and strengthen its role as a trusted regional and international partner in the space sector. It also reinforces the UAE's commitment to expanding strategic partnerships across the Arab world. By joining forces with Egypt, the UAE aims to empower national talent, promote scientific research, and contribute to a more sustainable and resilient future through space-based solutions. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Zawya
30-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
UAE, Egypt sign deal to strengthen peaceful space cooperation, develop joint projects
CAIRO: The UAE, represented by the UAE Space Agency, signed a Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) with Egypt, represented by the Egyptian Space Agency, to foster cooperation in space activities for peaceful purposes. The signing took place on the sidelines of the participation of a delegation from the UAE Space Agency, headed by Eng. Salem Butti Al Qubaisi, Director-General of the UAE Space Agency, in the NewSpace Africa conference and the 11th meeting of the Arab Space Cooperation Group, which was held in the Egyptian capital, Cairo. The delegation also attended the inauguration of the African Space Agency headquarters, on 20 April, 2025, in Cairo, along with prominent figures in the sector, as well as a number of ministers and officials from multiple African countries. Al Qubaisi said: 'This agreement is a key milestone in the Arab space cooperation journey. It reflects the UAE's strategic vision, and its belief that space represents a promising gateway to achieving sustainable development, nurturing knowledge exchange, and developing innovative solutions to pressing challenges.' Al Qubaisi added: 'Our cooperation with Egypt confirms our commitment to investing in people, localising knowledge, building a competitive knowledge-based economy founded on innovation and leadership, and achieving a more prosperous future for our people.' The agreement signed with the Egyptian Space Agency aims to support sustainable development efforts, empower national talents, and harness space technologies to serve communities. It also seeks to promote scientific research and the development of space applications for peaceful purposes, in line with the UAE's vision to establish its position as a trusted regional and international partner in the space sector. The agreement sets out a long-term framework for cooperation in the field of civil space through the exchange of expertise, research, and technology, as well as the launch of joint projects that contribute to achieving the sustainable development goals of both countries. The cooperation between the two parties covers various fields, including communication technologies, navigation and timing, Earth observation and remote sensing, space situational awareness, remote asset management, and research and development in emerging and advanced technologies. This agreement reflects the UAE's commitment to strengthening its regional and international presence in the space sector and its keenness to expand its network of strategic partnerships with Arab countries. It reinforces shared interests, supports the development of national space systems, and contributes to leveraging science and technology to achieve a more sustainable and resilient future.
