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The UAE has unveiled a domestically developed space probe for its Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt, marking a milestone achieved in less than two years. This second interplanetary mission, led by a national team and in collaboration with international partners, is set to launch in early 2028 and aims to explore seven asteroids, culminating in a landing on 269 Justitia.
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The UAE's leap to domestic production of a complex space probe opens new doors for founders in space tech and advanced manufacturing within the Emirates. You can now position your company as a key supplier or collaborator in the Emirates' growing space economy before the 2028 launch window.
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