Mohammed bin Rashid Space Center: The 72nd International Astronautical Conference kicks off tomorrow in Dubai
The 72nd International Conference on Astronautics, the largest and most important event of its kind in the international space sector, will kick off in Dubai tomorrow (Monday) and will last for five days at the Dubai International Exhibition Center. Rashid Space Center, in cooperation with the International Astronautical Federation.
This year's conference will witness the presence of more than 4,000 participants, in addition to the participation of 90 exhibitors from more than 110 countries, and 350 young professionals in the sector and space experts from all over the world, including the Middle East, to participate in the event, which has more sponsorship. From 30 destinations around the world.
Dubai’s hosting of the 2021 International Astronautical Conference comes ahead of the UAE’s celebration of the golden jubilee of its founding, and as part of its efforts to achieve further development in the UAE space sector, starting with the launch of the first Emirati satellite into space, through the deployment of a number of satellites in orbit around the Earth, Launching the first Arab project to explore Mars, establishing Emirati astronaut crews, contributing to the establishment of the Arab Group for Space Cooperation, and other achievements that made the UAE a pioneer in the fields of space exploration and related technologies.
The conference is held following the conclusion of the Space Week activities held at Expo 2020 Dubai, and witnessed the participation of a distinguished group of astronauts and specialists, and shed light on a variety of topics ranging from the UAE’s vision in the field of space to the fields of exploration and sustainability, among others.
The International Astronautical Conference will be held this year under the theme “Inspiration, Creativity, and Discovery for the Benefit of Humanity.” The conference also provides unique networking opportunities as its organizers focus on establishing constructive alliances and partnerships, and enhancing cooperation globally and regionally.
On this occasion, His Excellency Hamad Obaid Al Mansouri, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre, said: “We are committed to consolidating the foundations of the local space sector by supporting our space exploration programs and enhancing their presence in the region and the world.
Hosting the International Astronautical Conference will be a distinguished achievement for all of us and will contribute to strengthening our position at the forefront of countries working to develop this sector.
We are also confident that this conference will help the ambitious countries in the Arab world to follow in the path of space exploration as well. The conference will focus on several areas, including: the qualitative development of space technologies, capacity building initiatives for participants, and areas of environmental and social development.”
In turn, His Excellency Yousef Hamad Al Shaibani, Director General of the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Center, said: “The UAE’s hosting of this year’s edition of the conference confirms our commitment to support the growth and development of the space sector globally, and we are proud to be the first Arab country to host this important event for which we have mobilized all the guarantees that ensure its success in the fullest possible way.”
The conference agenda includes a round table session for heads of space agencies, and a number of sessions focusing on the 60/61 exploration project, the future of Mars, sampling missions, the role of emerging space agencies, small satellites that carry out missions to solve climate problems, and innovative space solutions for research. rescue, vital applications, and social responsibility in the space sector.
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