UAE wins bid to host major space research event

The UAE has won the bid to host COSPAR 2028, one of the largest space science conferences in the world.

The 47th scientific assembly of the Committee on Space Research (COSPAR) is scheduled take place in Dubai from July 8-16, 2028.

It will be held for the first time in the Arab region, bringing together over 3,000 researchers, experts and scientists to discuss the latest research in the space sector.

The Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre won the bid to host this major event.

The #UAE will host COSPAR 2028, the 47th Scientific Assembly of the Committee on Space Research, marking the first time the event will be held in the Arab world. @MBRSpaceCentre will bring together 3,000 experts and scientists from around the globe to discuss the latest research… pic.twitter.com/Ulm90beChs

— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) July 25, 2024