His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa sent a cable of congratulations to HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces. on the successful launch of the UAE Hope Probe rocket.
The Emirates Mars Mission blasted off early on Monday morning, making history as the first Arab and Islamic space mission to explore Mars.
HM King Hamad offered his best congratulations on the success of the UAE historic project thanks to the efforts of its young talents and praised the pioneering accomplishment as a milestone in the progress of civilizational achievements in the UAE, an enhancement of its scientific and space status, a source of pride for the Arab and Islamic nations and a contribution in the service of humanity.
HM the King wished the UAE further progress, success and prosperity.