Doha, 06 Sept. 2024

 The Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) of State of Qatar hosted 3 day 25^th International Space Radio Monitoring Meeting (ISRMM) in Doha, concluded on 5th of Sept.

The annual multilateral meeting was attended by participants from communications and spectrum management regulatory bodies engaged in satellite monitoring and measurements, as well as representatives from satellite communication companies, equipment manufacturers, and other satellite related organizations.

The three-day meeting explored innovative strategies, address emerging challenges, and collaborated on solutions to ensure the effective and harmonious use of the radio spectrum.

The ISRMM included a symposium for industry experts and a regulator’s expert meeting. The sessions provided insights from various sectors including regulatory bodies, satellite industry, space agencies, monitoring agencies, and other stakeholders on advanced technologies related to space monitoring, geolocation, interference mitigation, in addition to discussing policies, regulations, and recent experiences in this field.

Engineer Ahmad Abdulla AlMuslemani, President of CRA Qatar emphasized the crucial role of space and satellite technologies in fostering a sustainable and inclusive digital society.

He said that 'Qatar’s commitment to advancing space technology not only aligns with the nation’s vision for sustainable development and economic prosperity but also positions Qatar as a pioneering force in the global space industry'.

He added that 'by investing in these cutting-edge technologies, Qatar aims to drive significant technological innovation, diversify its economy, create new job opportunities, and enhance national security. These objectives are central to support the Qatar National Vision 2030, the Third National Development Strategy 2024-2030, the Digital Agenda 2030, and CRA strategy, reflecting the country's strategic focus on harnessing space technology for long-term growth and global leadership', he added.