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By Dr. Armen V. Papazian, Special to Gulf News

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If we can build a bridge to space, why haven’t we?

The dream of a space elevator may depend less on technology than on economics
4m read
Unlike rockets, which expend enormous energy and resources with every launch, a space elevator could provide routine, electrically powered access to orbit. Picture for illustrative purposes.

How Islamic finance can fund space exploration

Sharing risks and profits, Islamic finance can revolutionise investing in space projects
3m read
According to the Satellite Industry Association (May 2025), in 2024, record-breaking growth has been achieved with 2,695 satellites deployed via 259 launches, bringing the total number of active satellites to 11,539.

Why UAE must build its own orbital access capability

Data-driven economy and rise of AI make domestic launch capacity national imperative
3m read
An H2A rocket carrying Hope, a Mars orbiter developed by the UAE, takes off from Tanegashima Space Centre in Kagoshima Prefecture, southwestern Japan, on July 20, 2020.

GCC dollar standard poses a challenge

GCC dollar standard poses a challenge
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