Saudi aerospace engineer Mishaal Al Shammari has been elected as the vice president of the International Astronautical Federation (IAF).
According to the Saudi news agency SPA, 14 candidates from around the world were candidates for this position. Mashaal al-Shammari is one of the 12 vice-presidents of the federation.
The selection of a Saudi woman for the position of the International Astronautical Federation is a sign that Saudi Arabia is working towards the development of the global space sector and that it will contribute to the stability of the trends of the IAF and its development on modern lines. will
The main reason for the selection of a Saudi woman for this position is that Saudi Arabia has made its mark in international cooperation with regard to many institutions including this sector.
Remember that more than 400 members of the International Astronautical Federation belong to different countries of the world. Membership is available to various institutions and organizations.
The Federation is also cooperating with the International Space Academy and the International Institute of Space Law.
