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UAE Forms Supreme Space Council Led by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed

Asmaa Ahmed , News
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Recently, the UAE Cabinet decided to establish the Supreme Space Council, a major action meant to develop the space industry of the nation.

Declared on October 7, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Deputy Prime Minister of Dubai, Minister of Defence, will be leading the Council, By building a strong framework to supervise space activities and policies, this project shows UAE's will to lead in the world space sector, Among the important issues the Supreme Space Council will concentrate on are space security, administration of essential infrastructure, and encouragement of worldwide cooperation.

Among the main purposes of the Council will be to develop thorough rules controlling the space industry, These rules will guarantee that space activities satisfy UAE particular needs and follow global norms, Having a solid regulatory framework will be crucial for the UAE to keep its competitive edge as the space industry fast develops, particularly in terms of satellite operations and Earth observation.

The Council will also define national space sector priorities, therefore directing public and private entity acquisition choices and investment decisions. These goals will help to guarantee that funds are focused on strategic initiatives aiming at improving the space capability of the nation. The Council will be very important in determining the direction of UAE space exploration by matching investment ambitions with national objectives.

The Supreme Space Council will give security top attention. Working with foreign partners, the UAE wants to create all-encompassing plans safeguarding its infrastructure and space assets, Ensuring the security of space resources is vital for national interests since space is getting more and more disputed. Additionally under control by the Council will be the infrastructure needed for space activities, including satellite operations and space research centers, This will entail designing a structure that supports the industry's growth and best uses of space assets.

Apart from security and infrastructure, the Council will also concentrate on capacity development inside UAE space industry. Long-term success of the nation in space exploration depends on developing skill and experience, The Council will carry out plans to raise the next generation of space experts, therefore guaranteeing a continuous supply of qualified people capable of fostering creativity in the space sector from the UAE. To encourage learning and cooperation, this will include developing alliances between academic institutions and international space agencies.

Reflecting UAE's dedication to technical development, the space industry of the nation has already witnessed notable expansion. The industry now consists of 57 space-related companies and generates more than 3,100 employment; many of these occupations call for specialized knowledge, Three institutions providing degrees in space-related disciplines and five space science and research centers are also housed in the nation. Important participants in the UAE's space sector are satellite operators Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat) and its affiliate Thuraya, which have helped the nation to be visible in world satellite markets.

The UAE's commitment to space exploration is shown by its investments in the industry exceeding Dh 22 billion, These expenditures cover research, education, and capacity training in addition to satellite development; these are vital for encouraging creativity and guaranteeing the sustainable expansion of the sector.

The UAE's space plan has revolved mostly on international cooperation. To build its satellite portfolio, the nation has teamed with top multinational corporations and universities, For instance, the UAE teamed with Boeing on the Thuraya-3 satellite, which offers services across a large geographic area, and with Orbital ATK (now Northrop Grumman) to create the Al Yah 3 satellite in United States. On the launch and development of its Falcon Eye satellites, the UAE is also collaborating with Arianespace and Airbus Defense and Space.

The founding of the Supreme Space Council signifies the UAE's space aspirations entering a new phase. Emphasizing policy development, capacity building, and international cooperation, the UAE is establishing itself as a major actor in the worldwide space sector, The UAE is poised to lead in determining the course of space exploration given its continuous investments and dedication to creativity.

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