A Future Perspective on the Space, Science and Technology Sector

The United Arab Emirates is leveraging space missions as a catalyst to expedite the process of preparing future scientists and engineers, and to develop the required ecosystem for its science and technology sector. Through its space sector, the UAE hopes to strengthen the country’s innovative and creative knowledge-based economy. This presentation highlights the important role space missions, such as the Emirates Mars Mission, have in stimulating and accelerating capacity building efforts in various sectors.