Manama: Dr. Mohamed Ibrahim Al Aseeri, CEO of the Bahrain Space Agency (BSA), participated in the international symposium titled "International Symposium on the Development of Ground Infrastructure to Support the Technological Revolution in Satellite Systems." This symposium focused on the development of ground infrastructure necessary to support the technological advancements in satellite systems. The event is part of global efforts by countries to build integrated space systems within future infrastructure frameworks.
According to Bahrain News Agency, Dr. Al Aseeri emphasized the symposium's discussion on several key aspects. These included the importance of modernizing ground networks through the design of advanced ground stations to meet the requirements of low-Earth orbit satellites, updating legislative frameworks for ground station licensing, ensuring effective spectrum management to avoid interference, and adopting integration between space and ground systems for continuous connectivity in telecommunications, the Internet of Things, and environmental monitoring.
Dr. Al Aseeri further explained that the agency's participation aimed to gain a comprehensive understanding of the strategic importance of developing ground stations as part of the national infrastructure. He highlighted the need to apply best practices in licensing ground networks locally to support integration with the space sector and ensure alignment with international standards. This approach is expected to foster international cooperation, attract satellite operators and industry leaders to Bahrain, and position the Kingdom as a regional hub for satellite communications networks.
He also highlighted that ground networks are crucial for the new satellite era and that Bahrain's involvement reflects its aspiration to build a fully integrated system from space to ground. This strategy supports the Kingdom's transformation into a regional hub for smart satellite communications, which in turn strengthens the national economy and creates investment and employment opportunities.