The conference was held in Koriyama, Japan. Ms. Arzoo Noorani, a SAASST Radio Astronomy Laboratory research assistant, gave the two presentations:

"The Sharjah Very Long Radio Interferometer – A Unique Radio Observatory in the MENA Region," Ilias Fernini, Abdollah Massoud, Arzoo Noorani, Mohammad Musharraf

"STEM Program at the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology," Ilias Fernini, Mohamed Rihan, Arzoo Noorani, Yusuf Faroukh, Tarifa Al-Kaabi, Mohamed BinAshour, Amel Al-Hammadi, Maryam Al-Ansaari, Fatima Al-Ketbi, Maryam Sharif, Noora Al-Ameri, Maryam al-Qasimi, Antonios Manousakis, Mubasshir Shaikh, Abdollah Masoud, Sultan Suhail, Aisha Al-Owais, Salma Subhi, Hamid H.K. AlNaimiy

The conference serves as a dynamic platform for astronomers, researchers, and scholars to engage in captivating discussions, exchange groundbreaking insights, and foster international collaborations that extend the boundaries of human understanding of the cosmos. Attendees are treated to a rich tapestry of presentations spanning a diverse array of astronomical topics, ranging from cutting-edge discoveries in cosmology and astrophysics to the exploration of indigenous astronomical knowledge deeply rooted in the region's cultural fabric. As participants navigate this celestial symposium, they find themselves immersed in a unique blend of tradition and innovation, forging connections that transcend borders and ignite the collective passion for unraveling the mysteries of the universe.