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10/1/25, 1:51 PM UAE wins seventh consecutive term on ICAO Council
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.

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