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HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, on Wednesday received UAE astronauts Dr Sultan Al Neyadi, Minister of State for Youth, Hazzaa AlMansoori and the team of the “Zayed Ambition 2” mission from the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), led by Salem Humaid AlMarri, Director-General of the Centre.
During the meeting, Sheikh Abdullah commended the pioneering achievements of the astronauts and the MBRSC team, noting that their efforts have significantly contributed to advancing scientific innovation and technological progress in the country.
He also highlighted that these achievements align with the UAE’s vision for development and progress under the wise leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai.
Sheikh Abdullah also praised the strategic leadership of the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre and the valuable experiences gained from astronauts’ missions to the International Space Station (ISS), emphasising the role of space exploration in inspiring future generations of scientists and researchers in the country.
In a symbolic gesture marking the “Zayed Ambition 2” mission’s success and the UAE’s commitment to space exploration, the team presented Sheikh Abdullah with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs logo carried by Dr Al Neyadi
during his historic mission — the longest Arab space mission to the ISS. Expressing gratitude for the warm reception and Sheikh Abdullah’s unwavering support, MBRSC Director-General AlMarri stated that the meeting “serves as inspiration for the team to further elevate their efforts and foster excellence and innovation in space science.”