Belgian astronaut Frank De Winne leads session on future of space exploration
Source: Gulf News
The Ismaili Centre in Dubai, in collaboration with the Belgium embassy in Abu Dhabi and VITO, a European research organisation, hosted a talk last week led by Belgian astronaut Frank De Winne, who is head of the European Astronaut Centre.
The talk, entitled “The New Space Economy in Europe — A Focus on Earth Observation and Exploration”, discussed the future of space technology and the frontiers that space travel will open up for humankind.
As stated by the Aga Khan in 2003, during the centre’s foundation stone-laying ceremony, a key mandate of the Ismaili Centre is to “be a place for contemplation and search for enlightenment, where people come together to share knowledge and wisdom.”
The diverse group of guests included Dr Rashid Aleem, chairman of Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority; Dr Walter Buydens of VITO; diplomats and Belgian community members.
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