News | Secretary-General of the Arab Union for Astronomy and Space Sciences Visits ASIASIM, Becoming the First Member Organization from the Arab Region!
Visit and Exchange
On the afternoon of May 15, 2026, Dr. Awni Moh'd Saleh Kasawneh — former Director of the UN-affiliated Regional Centre for Space Science and Technology Education for Western Asia, and Secretary-General of the Arab Union for Astronomy and Space Sciences — visited the Asia Simulation Federation (ASIASIM) for a tour and exchange.
ASIASIM Chairman Lin Zhang, Secretary-General Jingnong Weng, and Secretariat staff extended a warm welcome, accompanying Dr. Kasawneh on a tour of the Alliance's office facilities and achievements, followed by an in-depth and cordial exchange.
In-Depth Discussion
The two sides held substantive discussions on core topics including aerospace simulation, space science, and international academic cooperation, reaching broad consensus on strengthening regional coordination and promoting resource sharing — laying a solid foundation for future collaboration.
Key Outcome
The Arab Union for Astronomy and Space Sciences formally joined ASIASIM, becoming the Alliance's first member organization from the Arab region. This marks a further expansion of ASIASIM's international membership network and opens a new chapter of deepened cooperation between ASIASIM and the Arab region in simulation technology and aerospace.
