RIYADH: Saudi Space Agency’s CEO Mohammed Al-Tamimi participated in a high-level event in New York on Saturday on sustainable space exploration, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Held at the American Museum of Natural History, the event was organized by the UN Office for Outer Space Affairs and focused on strengthening international collaboration in space exploration to advance Sustainable Development Goals.
The gathering showcased cutting-edge technology and methods for using satellite data in space exploration and Earth observation, particularly in support of climate action and disaster risk reduction, aligning with the SDGs.
Al-Tamimi highlighted Saudi Arabia’s increasing role in the global space sector, stressing the importance of harnessing space technologies to tackle critical global challenges like climate change and the mitigation of natural disasters.
He pointed out that through the Saudi Space Agency the Kingdom was developing initiatives designed to promote innovation and utilize space technologies to support global climate efforts and Earth observation.
Al-Tamimi added that space’s contribution extended beyond the exploration of planets and galaxies, playing a crucial part in supporting international policies aimed at sustainable development.
He also emphasized that the Saudi Space Agency is working with international partners to enhance collaborative efforts, sharing expertise across nations to drive innovation in space and related technologies.
