According to a news report in the Daily Tribune, the National Space Science Administration (NSSA) announced the successful joint venture between Bahrain and Egypt in a global competition organized by the Chinese Space Administration. This allowed them to secure a spot to participate in the Chang’e 7 moon exploration mission scheduled for 2026. The mission will include the development, testing, and deployment of a multispectral camera to analyze lunar surface material and will investigate the soil composition of the lunar south pole. ice water.
The cooperation between Bahrain and Egypt builds on the 2022 Memorandum of Understanding, which marks the commitment of a strategic partnership to advance the frontiers of science. Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim Al Asiri, CEO of NSSA, hailed this achievement as proof that Arab cooperation has the potential to lead future space exploration. Meanwhile, Dr. Sherif Sedky, CEO of the Egyptian Space Agency, emphasized the importance of the victory in strengthening international cooperation and advancing space exploration missions.
Dr. Ayman Mahmoud, Director of the Space Payloads Department at the Egyptian Space Agency, highlighted the innovative technologies at the heart of the project, which will reveal valuable knowledge about lunar resources. Engineer Aisha Al Haram, Head of Satellite Design at NSSA, highlighted the technical complexity inherent in this project, strengthening Bahrain’s expertise in space exploration and providing opportunities for future research and economic development. He emphasized the ability to pave the way for future prospects.
