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HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Supreme Space Council, recently attended the signing of an agreement for the launch of the 'Mohammed Bin Rashid Explorer' spacecraft aboard the H3 rocket in 2028. This mission is one of the UAE's largest space ventures. His Highness emphasized that the mission to explore the asteroid belt is a critical milestone in the UAE's ambition to become a key player in the global space race. Commenting on the event, Sheikh Hamdan stated that the agreement between the UAE Space Agency and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to launch the spacecraft is a strategic move to enhance the UAE's position in space science. He highlighted that investing in the space sector strengthens the UAE’s leadership in science and technology. The Emirates' mission to the asteroid belt is one of the nation's most significant projects, reflecting its vision for a brighter future. Scheduled for launch in e...

  The  UAE-US collaboration  on the Artemis programme, which aims to send humans back to the lunar surface, is crucial for unraveling the mysteries of the cosmos for the benefit of mankind. Emirati astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi stated that the relationship between the two countries is rooted in the pursuit of space exploration and is underpinned by technological achievements and a spirit of collaboration. The Artemis programme, which has grown out of the Artemis Accords, aims to land the first female astronaut, first person of color, and Nasa’s first international partner astronaut on the lunar surface. The Lunar Gateway, or a lunar space station, is key to future missions to Mars and beyond. The ultimate objective is to build a sustainable base on the moon to pave the way for future missions to other parts of the solar system. In January, Nasa and the  UAE’s  Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre announced the Emirates’ decision to provide the airlock for the Lunar Gat...