Manama - Shaikh Khalid bin Ali bin Jaber Al Khalifa, Deputy National Security Advisor, Deputy Secretary General of the Supreme Defence Council, and Chairman of the National Space Science Agency (NSSA), emphasised that the successful deployment of the Kingdom of Bahrain’s "Al Munther" satellite into orbit is a testament to the dedication of Bahraini professionals and their commitment to enhancing the Kingdom’s standing across various domains.
The achievement, he noted, marks a significant milestone for the NSSA team, who have now commenced the initial operational phase, including in-orbit system testing.
On this occasion, Shaikh Khalid bin Ali extended his congratulations to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, and Prime Minister, and Lieutenant General His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, National Security Advisor, Royal Guard Commander, and Secretary General of the Supreme Defence Council, on the successful launch.
He commended the efforts of HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, noting that His Highness’s leadership and vision have been instrumental in inspiring dedication and excellence in service to Bahrain.
The NSSA Board of Directors, Shaikh Khalid bin Ali stated, prioritises tangible progress in Bahrain’s space sector by investing in human capital, launching strategic initiatives, and fostering productive partnerships with leading space agencies and specialised companies. Such collaborations, he said, will strengthen Bahrain’s global engagement in the space sector and support the Kingdom’s broader vision for technological and scientific advancement.
Shaikh Khalid bin Ali expressed his sincere appreciation to NSSA members for their commitment to advancing space sciences in Bahrain and their diligent efforts in executing the agency’s projects and initiatives over the years. He emphasised that Al Munther is only the beginning of a series of future achievements that will propel Bahrain towards greater aspirations, reinforcing the Kingdom’s stance as a forward looking nation committed to continuous innovation and excellence.
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