ABU DHABI — Abu Dhabi Police patrols have been decked up with the “Hope Probe” logo in a strong expression of pride and happiness of the UAE people for the launch of the first interplanetary mission by an Arab-Muslim country.

The Emirates Mars Mission’s (EMM) Hope Probe is set to launch in 48 hours from the Tanegashima Space Centre in Japan. The EMM has turned the dream of the founding father, the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan, into reality.

The first fleet of field patrols caught the eyes of motorists and road users while plying through the emirate's roads Saturday amidst an atmosphere of joy and optimism.

Abu Dhabi Police personnel expressed their delight and pride at participating in the historic and unprecedented event not only for the UAE but also for the region.

They also expressed their pride in seeing the vision and aspirations of the leadership, which knows no limits to ambition and achievement, become a reality. — WAM