Saudi prince’s journey into space – Arab News

Saudi prince’s journey into space – Arab News

Prince Sultan's NASA mission inspired a generation of Arabs, including UAE astronaut Hazza Al-Mansouri. UAE SPACE AGENCY: The history of the Arab world in astronomy dates back to the 9th century, when Arabs were renowned for their work during the Islamic Golden Age.. UAE's interest in space and emphasized the importance of exploring space for the benefit of humanity.. In 1988, Sheikh Zayed met with Prince Sultan following his return from space, and asked about the smallest details of the prince's journey.. Sheikh Zayed saw incredible potential in exploring space and also had a far-sighted vision of the UAE's capabilities in the space sector.. Since then, the UAE has been working on ambitious space projects, establishing a leading position for the region within the global space sector.. Al-Mansouri's passion for space and desire to pave the way for future generations to explore it was brought on by Prince Sultan.. As a young student, the future astronaut saw a photo of Prince Sultan, the first Arab in space, in his fourth grade schoolbook - a turning point in his life.. His mission came 30 years after the launch of Syrian Mohammed Faris into space in 1987, and 32 years after Prince