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Filipino Pilgrim Undergoes Life-Saving Operation in Makkah

01 April 2023, Saudi Arabia, Makkah: Muslims perform the "Tarawih" evening prayers at the Great Mosque in Makkah during the holy fasting month of Ramadan. (SPA)
01 April 2023, Saudi Arabia, Makkah: Muslims perform the "Tarawih" evening prayers at the Great Mosque in Makkah during the holy fasting month of Ramadan. (SPA)
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Filipino Pilgrim Undergoes Life-Saving Operation in Makkah

01 April 2023, Saudi Arabia, Makkah: Muslims perform the "Tarawih" evening prayers at the Great Mosque in Makkah during the holy fasting month of Ramadan. (SPA)
01 April 2023, Saudi Arabia, Makkah: Muslims perform the "Tarawih" evening prayers at the Great Mosque in Makkah during the holy fasting month of Ramadan. (SPA)

A Filipino pilgrim who was rushed to the hospital after suffering acute heart attack underwent a successful surgery at Al-Noor Hospital, an affiliate of Makkah-based King Abdullah Medical City.

The Ministry of Health said that the health condition of the 78-year-old patient is now stable and he will be transferred, in a health convoy, to Arafat to complete his pilgrimage, SPA reported.

The Filipino pilgrim thanked the government of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and the Crown Prince, as well as the medical staff who attended to him, and expressed happiness at being able to complete the Hajj rituals.

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Saudi Space Agency Launches 'Space Future Center' to Strengthen Innovation in Space Sector

The initiative is part of the Kingdom’s ongoing efforts to solidify its leadership in the global space sector and foster growth in economic development, research, and innovation in this vital field. (SPA)
The initiative is part of the Kingdom’s ongoing efforts to solidify its leadership in the global space sector and foster growth in economic development, research, and innovation in this vital field. (SPA)
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Saudi Space Agency Launches 'Space Future Center' to Strengthen Innovation in Space Sector

The initiative is part of the Kingdom’s ongoing efforts to solidify its leadership in the global space sector and foster growth in economic development, research, and innovation in this vital field. (SPA)
The initiative is part of the Kingdom’s ongoing efforts to solidify its leadership in the global space sector and foster growth in economic development, research, and innovation in this vital field. (SPA)

The Saudi Space Agency (SSA) announced on Sunday the launch of the Space Future Center, the first of its kind within the network of Fourth Industrial Revolution Centers affiliated with the World Economic Forum.

The initiative is part of the Kingdom’s ongoing efforts to solidify its leadership in the global space sector and foster growth in economic development, research, and innovation in this vital field.

The center introduced its board of directors, comprising a distinguished group of international experts. Leading the board is Chairman of the Space Future Center and Deputy Minister of Economy and Planning Dr. Mohammed Al-Tamimi. Other prominent members include Managing Director of the World Economic Forum Eng. Ammar Nagadi, CEO of the World Economic Forum Jeremy Jurgens, CEO of the Neo Space Group Martijn Blanken, Co-Founder and CEO of Axiom Space Kam Ghaffarian, and Founder of Spaceport Sarabahi Susmita Mohanty. The board’s membership reflects the expertise and strategic vision necessary to achieve the center's ambitious goals.

Al-Tamimi emphasized that the center represents a significant addition to the global space sector. He highlighted the Kingdom’s commitment to strengthening a sustainable space economy, advancing knowledge, and fostering international partnerships.

The launch of the center will boost Saudi Arabia’s role both regionally and globally, enabling humanity to responsibly explore and capitalize on the opportunities offered by space, he stressed.

This initiative aligns with Saudi Arabia's broader ambition to become a leader in space exploration and innovation, positioning the Kingdom at the forefront of the rapidly evolving space industry.