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The launch of a UAE-built hybrid rocket over the Abu Dhabi desert demonstrates that the UAE can develop its own systems, say researchers. Photo: Technology Innovation Institute

'Defining moment': UAE test-launches first hybrid rocket

Rocket soars to 3km above the desert before deploying parachute

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Momentum building for UAE attempt to land on far side of the Moon



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