“As the Chair of the National Space Council, I have made it a priority to enhance international cooperation in space. The new partnership between NASA and Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Center continues our work to ensure that space presents extraordinary opportunities for everyone here on Earth.”

– US Vice President Kamala Harris

“The United States and the United Arab Emirates are marking a historic moment in our nations’ collaboration in space, and the future of human space exploration.”

– NASA Administrator Bill Nelson

“At MBRSC, our foundational belief is that collaboration drives progress. Our enduring partnership with NASA stands as a testament to this belief, and reflects our mutual commitment to scientific excellence, technological innovation and the advancement of humanity's understanding of space and beyond.”

– H.E. Salem Humaid Al Marri, Director General, MBRSC

“The partnership between NASA and the UAE in human space flight is an example of how much can be accomplished when nations come together in pursuit of shared goals.”

– Karen Feldstein, Associate Administrator for International and Interagency Relations, NASA

“Even hundreds of miles above the Earth, UAE-US collaboration is strong. From the Hope Mars probe to astronaut training, to the current mission onboard the ISS, our nations are working together to advance scientific discovery and provide a more hopeful path forward for our young people.”

– Ambassador Yousef Al Otaiba