Manama: His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today received a cable of congratulations from His Highness Shaikh Abdullah Al Fateh bin Mohammed bin Salman Al Khalifa. The message was sent to commend 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 Al Munther satellite represents a significant achievement for Bahrain, marking its entry into the realm of space exploration. The launch was conducted from Vandenberg Space Force Base, underscoring Bahrain's growing capabilities in space technology.
The congratulatory message from HH Shaikh Abdullah Al Fateh bin Mohammed highlights the national pride and strategic importance of the satellite launch. The Al Munther satellite is expected to contribute to various sectors within the Kingdom, including telecommunications and environmental monitoring.