Manama: Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim Al Aseeri, Chief Executive Officer of the Bahrain Space Agency, received space engineer Yaqoob Al Qassab on the occasion of his election as Chair of the United Nations Scientific and Technical Subcommittee for 2027. Dr. Al Aseeri congratulated Al Qassab on the appointment, describing it as a milestone for Bahrain's space sector and a reflection of international confidence in national expertise and its contribution to shaping global space policy.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the meeting discussed the next phase of work following the appointment, including coordination with relevant national and international entities and enhancing Bahrain's contribution to the subcommittee's scientific and technical agenda in line with global developments in the space sector. On his part, Al Qassab expressed appreciation for the trust placed in him, noting that the role represents a national responsibility to represent the Kingdom of Bahrain and contribute effectively to the committee's work, particularly in advancing international cooperation in the peaceful use of outer space. He also thanked the Bahrain Space Agency for its support and nomination.
The meeting concluded with a call to continue efforts to strengthen Bahrain's presence in regional and international space forums.