Manama: His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa today received a cable of congratulations from Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Consort of His Majesty the King and President of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW), on the successful launch of the Kingdom of Bahrain's Al Munther satellite into orbit from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, the United States of America.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the satellite launch marks a significant milestone for Bahrain, showcasing its advancements in space technology. HRH Princess Sabeeka expressed her pride in this achievement, emphasizing the importance of such developments in strengthening Bahrain's position in the scientific community. The successful deployment of Al Munther satellite is expected to enhance Bahrain's capabilities in various fields, including communications and environmental monitoring.