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10/9/25, 3:54 PM H.E. Bin Touq affirms the UAE’s leadership in space sector as a key driver of future economic growth and innovation - Middle East …
is strong and strategic, marked by long-standing and ongoing collaboration between relevant
entities and institutions in both countries. The two sides are working to expand their shared

ambitions in space technology, enhance capabilities to address climate change challenges,
monitor Earth systems, and develop sovereign space capabilities.

H.E. added: “The space sector is a major driver of development within the UAE’s vision for the
future economy. The country plans to develop and launch the Space Economic Cluster under

the National Policy for Economic Clusters, which will enhance global competitiveness, attract

remarkable investments, and support innovation in this field, thereby establishing the UAE as a
global hub for the space economy in the region and beyond.”

Furthermore, H.E. affirmed the importance of international partnerships in supporting the
UAE’s strategy to develop the space economy, noting that the launch of the Space Economic

Cluster opens broader opportunities for cooperation, knowledge exchange, and shared benefits
with all international partners. He lauded the signing of the MoU between Madari Space and

Avalanche as a valuable opportunity to expand the partnership and open new horizons for
collaboration with France in this future sector.

H.E. also praised the efforts of Madari Space in fostering a spirit of innovation among the new
generation of Emirati entrepreneurs. He highlighted that the company’s current project reflects

the ability of national talent to develop advanced solutions and embodies the convergence of
investment and technology in shaping the future of the space economy.

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