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 Abdulrahman bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Khalifa, the President of the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (SCIA). The congratulations were for 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 cable highlighted the significance of this achievement for Bahrain, marking a milestone in the nation's space endeavors. The SCIA President expressed pride in the strides made by Bahrain in the field of space technology and the international collaboration that facilitated this launch.
The Al Munther satellite's deployment represents Bahrain's commitment to advancing its capabilities in space technology and exploration. The initiative is seen as a step towards enhancing Bahrain's position in the global space industry, promising further developments in scientific research and technological innovation.