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UAE Space Agency and EDCC Join Forces to Elevate Aerospace and Defense Sectors

UAE Space Agency and EDCC Join Forces to Elevate Aerospace and Defense Sectors
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The UAE Space Agency and the Emirates Defence Companies Council (EDCC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on identifying and fostering business opportunities within the aerospace and defense sectors.

Salem Butti Al Qubaisi, Director-General of the UAE Space Agency, said, “This MoU reflects our commitment to developing advanced industries in the UAE, by cooperating in enhancing our ability to innovate and compete globally. This enables us to support the national economy, and create new job opportunities and sustainable investments in these two leading sectors, to achieve excellence and provide advanced solutions that contribute to promoting the UAE as a leading hub for technology and innovation.”

Mona Ahmed Al Jaber, Chairwoman of EDCC, highlights the significance of the MoU, fostering collaboration between UAE's aerospace and defense sectors. Partnering with the UAE Space Agency aims to create business opportunities, spur innovation, and contribute to the country's economic development.

The MoU between the UAE Space Agency and the EDCC aims to boost economic growth and diversification by exploring synergies in aerospace and defence. It involves identifying opportunities within the space sector, promoting education in related technologies, and enhancing local capabilities for innovation.

The MoU establishes a framework for the exchange of information and best practices between the defence and space sectors to enhance the competitiveness and efficiency of both industries in areas such as procurement and technology development.

The parties will collaborate to support each other's participation in defence events, forums, and sponsorships. This will provide opportunities for networking, knowledge sharing, and showcasing the capabilities of local defence and space industry players.

News Source: Emirates News Agency

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