Saudi Arabia and Egypt have announced a joint project, and you might not guess what it is on the first try. The two countries are heading to space with plans for a jointly developed satellite.
The satellite will be the first space project shared by Saudi Arabia and Egypt. For now, few details have been released about the satellite itself.
The Kingdom has been investing more in satellite systems, Earth observation technology, and space research. Interested in Saudi Arabia’s growing space ambitions? Check out the design and first details of the future observatory in AlUla.
Saudi Arabia has been also putting significant focus on technology sectors such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and digital infrastructure. 2026 is even announced as the Year of Artificial Intelligence in the country.
