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

Articles from the author

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

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

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

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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