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Daily Tribune
17-07-2025
- Science
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain Participates in Key Arab Space Cooperation Meeting in Egypt
The Kingdom of Bahrain, represented by aerospace engineer Youssef Al Qattan from the Bahrain Space Agency, took part in the 11th meeting of the Arab Space Cooperation Group and the 4th "New Space Africa" conference. The events were hosted by the sisterly Arab Republic of Egypt and saw wide participation from space sector experts across the Arab world and internationally. Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim Al-Osairi, CEO of the Bahrain Space Agency, highlighted the importance of young Bahraini talent attending international conferences. He explained that involving young nationals in such forums is a key part of the agency's strategy to develop human capital. "Empowering our young people means giving them opportunities to represent Bahrain on global stages and to contribute to knowledge-based decision making," he said. Dr. Al-Osairi expressed pride in engineer Youssef Al Qattan's representation of Bahrain at the conference, which attracted many space agencies and industry leaders from around the world. "These opportunities showcase the new Bahraini generation's ability to engage with global challenges and offer innovative ideas in a vital sector like space. We will continue to support our national talents to be active players in regional and international space efforts." Engineer Youssef Al Qattan thanked both the Bahrain Space Agency and the National Center for Space Science and Technology in Abu Dhabi for nominating him. He emphasized how important such initiatives are for empowering distinguished young Arabs in the space field. "I am proud to represent Bahrain at this important scientific event. It gave me a valuable chance to learn about African countries' experiences in space and to explore youth-led initiatives in this field. Speaking about the Arab Satellite Project 813 allowed me to highlight the role of Arab youth in joint space programs and the importance of building scientific projects based on cooperation between nations. This experience is unforgettable, and I will share what I learned with my colleagues and the youth of Bahrain." The Bahrain Space Agency is committed to supporting and developing young national talents by nominating them for international events, conferences, and specialized training programs. This is part of the agency's strategic vision to build a sustainable and integrated space sector in Bahrain based on national expertise. Meanwhile, the Bahraini ambassador expressed pride in the growing cooperation between the two brotherly countries and discussed several initiatives and projects of shared interest
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.
Al Etihad
29-04-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
UAE, Egypt sign MoU to strengthen peaceful space cooperation, develop joint projects
30 Apr 2025 00:29 CAIRO (WAM) 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, delegation also attended the inauguration of the African Space Agency headquarters, on April 20, 2025, in Cairo, along with prominent figures in the sector, as well as a number of ministers and officials from multiple African 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 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 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 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.
