UAE’s space programme could inspire innovation

DUBAI // The UAE’s space programme could inspire innovation and spur further diversification of the country’s economy. 

A mission to Mars would promote a focus on making breakthroughs in the development of new technologies, which could be patented and sold to foreign space agencies. 

It could also inspire thousands of Emiratis to pursue careers in the space industry, opening the door to new research bodies and university courses in aerospace engineering. 

Robert Zubrin, the president of the Mars Society, said the government was encouraging Emiratis to “become a pioneer and an explorer of new worlds”.

DYI COMMENT:  Ok....I'm trying not to laugh but when I saw this I just had to pass it on.  A David and Goliath story if there ever was as I wish them well for they have big dreams for such a little country.

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