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highlights its ongoing investment in developing national talent and modern air transport
infrastructure. It also reflects international appreciation for the vital role the UAE plays, as well as
for its continuous initiatives and efforts that support the growth and advancement of the future of
civil aviation.”

Mohammed Abdullah Al-Salami, Chairman of the Fujairah Civil Aviation Authority and Vice
Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Civil Aviation Authority, extended his
congratulations to the UAE wise leadership, the GCAA Board of Directors, and all those working in
the civil aviation sector in the UAE on this remarkable achievement. He stated that this reflects the
UAE's growing stature as a key diplomatic and strategic partner, capable of making effective
contributions to the organization's committees and initiatives aimed at enhancing safety,
sustainability, and development within the global air transport system, and also praised the UAE's
competent and professional representation. He added that the UAE's success is not merely an
electoral victory, but rather a true reflection of the international and regional community's
confidence in the UAE's vision and sound policies for developing the civil aviation sector and
initiatives serving the interests of future generations.

For his part, Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director General of the GCAA, said: “The UAE’s seventh
consecutive victory is an achievement we are all proud of, reflecting our solid standing and the trust
of the international aviation community. Since joining the ICAO Council in 2007, the UAE has been a
credible and influential voice in strategic aviation discussions and decisions. We have introduced
pioneering initiatives that enhanced the efficiency and safety of global aviation, including the
International Civil Aviation Leaders Program, the AI Lab in Aviation, and the International
Cooperation Program for capacity-building. This success confirms that the UAE is not just a
member of the Council, but a strategic partner in shaping the future of international civil aviation.”

This achievement further highlights the leading role of the UAE’s aviation sector, which contributes
nearly 18% to the national GDP, provides about one million jobs, and connects the country with
more than 304 international airports worldwide.

In addition, during the ICAO Assembly, the UAE presented a wide range of working papers across
technical, operational, economic, administrative, legal, and environmental domains. These
contributions reflected innovative ideas and initiatives that will play a key role in supporting sector
growth and addressing challenges to its sustainability.

https://www.wam.ae/en/article/15sqzv8-uae-wins-seventh-consecutive-term-icao-council