The UAE is strengthening its position as a global space leader with renewed focus on innovation and public-private collaboration.
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai's Crown Prince and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has met with representatives of leading space startups in the UAE, reaffirming the country’s commitment to building a world-class space industry.
The meeting highlighted the role of local companies in areas like AI, robotics, Earth observation and reusable launch systems, with participants praising the UAE’s supportive policies and outlining plans for future growth and investment.
As Chairman of the Supreme Space Council, Sheikh Hamdan stressed the importance of long-term investment in future technologies, and praised the role of UAE-based firms in advancing the national space industry and driving sustainable economic growth.
Participants shared insights into their current projects, long-term strategies, and future investment plans in support of the national economy.
As part of our efforts to advance the national space sector, I met with representatives of space companies in the UAE to explore deeper collaboration between the public and private sectors.
— Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) June 11, 2025
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