The United Arab Emirates continues to strengthen its position in the global space sector through active participation in NASA’s Artemis Program, according to officials from the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC).

The UAE’s growing involvement reflects the country’s long-term vision of building an advanced and sustainable space sector while expanding its role in major international space initiatives.

UAE Advances Global Space Sector Presence

Officials at MBRSC emphasized that the UAE is steadily reinforcing its presence in future space exploration projects, including lunar missions and deep-space infrastructure development.

The initiative aligns with the UAE leadership’s strategic vision to:

  • Develop advanced space technologies
  • Strengthen international space partnerships
  • Support scientific innovation
  • Expand the nation’s space economy

The UAE continues to position itself as a trusted global partner in next-generation space exploration.

Supreme Space Council Focuses on Future Space Development

Talal Humaid Belhoul Al Falasi, Vice President of MBRSC, highlighted the role of the Supreme Space Council in shaping the future of the UAE’s space sector.

He noted that under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the council continues to:

  • Support sustainable human presence beyond Earth
  • Advance scientific progress
  • Strengthen the UAE’s role in global space missions
  • Accelerate innovation in space technologies

UAE Continues Contributions to NASA’s Artemis Program

Hamad Obaid AlMansoori, Chairman of MBRSC, stated that the UAE’s participation in the Artemis Program demonstrates the country’s commitment to major international space cooperation initiatives.

The Artemis Program, led by NASA, focuses on:

  • Returning humans to the Moon
  • Developing lunar infrastructure
  • Supporting long-term Moon habitation
  • Advancing deep-space exploration capabilities

The UAE continues to contribute to the infrastructure and technologies required for sustainable lunar missions.

MBRSC Supports Lunar Infrastructure Development

Salem Humaid AlMarri, Director General of MBRSC, confirmed that the UAE remains actively engaged in developing infrastructure required to support a sustained human presence on the Moon.

The UAE’s participation includes contributions toward:

  • Lunar exploration technologies
  • Space infrastructure systems
  • International collaboration projects
  • Future Moon mission capabilities

These efforts support broader global ambitions for long-term human activity beyond Earth.

Sheikh Hamdan Launches AED1 Billion International Space Cooperation Program

To further expand the UAE’s global space ambitions, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum launched the International Space Cooperation Program with an allocation of AED1 billion.

The initiative aims to:

  • Enhance international space research cooperation
  • Accelerate space innovation
  • Strengthen the UAE’s global competitiveness
  • Support advanced space industries and technologies

The program reinforces the UAE’s vision of becoming a leading hub for the global space economy.

UAE Expands Position in Global Space Economy

The UAE has rapidly emerged as one of the Middle East’s leading space nations through strategic investments in:

  • Space exploration
  • Satellite technologies
  • Astronaut programs
  • Lunar research
  • International scientific partnerships

Its growing role in Artemis further strengthens the country’s position within the evolving global space ecosystem.