The aerospace industry has evolved into a pivotal element of both security and economic development, propelled by rapid technological advancements. Serving as a catalyst for growth beyond traditional industrial sectors, it offers nations unparalleled opportunities. CASS organised a seminar on 24 September 2024 titled ‘Air and Space Technologies: Harnessing the Innovation Economy.’ The innovation economy is characterised by the commercialisation of new ideas and technologies, which is a critical enabler of this transformation. By fostering a culture of Research and Development (R&D), promoting Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs), and implementing supportive economic policies, nations can create fertile ground for aerospace advancements. The interplay between technological innovation and economic growth is particularly crucial for developing countries, where strategic investments in aerospace can yield significant returns in terms of national security, economic development, and global standing. The distinguished subject matter experts who spoke at the seminar were:
- Air Marshal Zahid Mehmood (Retd), Former Vice Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force
- Dr Najam Abbas Naqvi, Chairman, National Center of GIS and Space Applications, Institute of Space Technology
- Air Vice Marshal Dr Liaquat Ullah Iqbal, DG Public Relations & Publications, National Aerospace Science and Technology Park
The seminar was moderated by Air Vice Marshal Nasser Wyne (Retd), Director (Aerospace Warfare), Centre for Aerospace & Security Studies, Islamabad with Concluding Remarks by President CASS, Islamabad, Air Marshal Javaid Ahmed (Retd).
