iGA and NSSA sign MoU in space science

The Information and eGovernment Authority (iGA) signed an MOU with the National Space Science Agency (NSSA) in an aim to collaborate in space science and its diverse implementations; build informatics infrastructure that supports space researches in the Kingdom; enhance the joint efforts that aim at benefiting from scientific experiences and human qualification aspects; along with utilisation of modern technologies to serve this field.

The Memorandum of Understanding was signed by iGA Chief Executive Mohamed Ali AlQaed and NSSA Chief Executive Dr Mohammed Ebrahim AlAseeri with the attendance of iGA senior officials including Acting Vice Chief Executive of Operations and Governance Shaikh Salman bin Mohammed AlKhalifa; Acting Director of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Shaikha Manar bint Abdulla AlKhalifa; together with NSSA Board Member Dr Mohammed Jassim AlOthman.

Mr AlQaed stressed the importance of collaborations with specialised organisations to contribute in strengthening Bahrain’s position in such vital sector. He further explained that this partnership will increase society awareness in NSSA’s active role and attract the attention of the ambitious Bahraini youth to enter this promising career. Mr AlQaed also highlighted the role of the iGA, represented by the GIS, to benefit from remote sensory technologies via satellite. Moreover, he praised the efficiency of Authority’s human resource, expertise in this field and great potentials it possesses.

“This fruitful partnership with the Information and eGovernment Authority will withouta-doubt contribute in placing a significant stamp for Bahrain in the space science field. It will also attract foreign investments in this sector,” stated Dr AlAseeri while highlighting that such initiative comes in line with NSSA’s efforts to enhance communication and co-operation with various sectors in the Kingdom as the partnership is an essential part in Authority’s strategy 2019-2023 – supported by the Cabinet.