The Saudi Space Agency (SSA) and the Brazilian Space Agency have formalized an agreement aimed at enhancing their collaborative efforts in the exploration and peaceful utilization of outer space.
This agreement is part of the official visit by SSA Chief Executive Dr. Mohammed bin Saud Altamimi, who is attending the fifth Space Economy Leaders Meeting (SELM) from September 11 to 13 in Foz do Iguacu, Brazil. The event gathers leaders from space agencies of the Group of Twenty (G20) nations, along with executives from prominent Brazilian space enterprises.
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Vision for global leadership in space
In his remarks, Dr. Altamimi highlighted the significant backing and empowerment of the space sector by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince, Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Supreme Space Council. This support underscores the Kingdom’s ambition to emerge as a global frontrunner in the space economy, projected to reach $2 trillion by 2035.
The agreement, SPA reported, outlines various areas of collaboration in space-related activities, including fundamental space science research, remote sensing, advancements in space communications technologies, space biology, weather monitoring, satellite research and development, and the establishment of ground infrastructure for space systems.
The SSA’s ongoing initiatives to strengthen partnerships with regional and global entities reflect its steadfast commitment to promoting cooperation and advancing progress within the space sector. This dedication aims to enhance the space economy and foster innovations and scientific research in space for the benefit of all humanity.
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