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concept to evolve into a regular, internationally

supported platform.

First launched in Abu Dhabi in February 2025 on the sidelines of the ICAO Global

Implementation Support Symposium (GISS), the GSAM initiative aims to

accelerate sustainable practices in global aviation by bringing together

stakeholders from across the ecosystem, including airlines, manufacturers,
regulators and investors, to drive the adoption of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF),

low-carbon aviation fuels (LCAF), and climate finance solutions under the ICAO

(Finvest Hub).

ICAO's decision reflects the country's dedicated efforts to establish the event and

secure its formal integration into the organisation's global calendar. It reflects
the UAE’s growing influence in shaping the future of sustainable aviation and its

ability to deliver scalable, institutional solutions to global challenges.

Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of the General Civil
Aviation Authority (GCAA), said, “Thanks to the guidance of our wise leadership,

the UAE continues to lead the civil aviation sector both regionally and

internationally. This achievement reflects the UAE’s prominent position on the

global civil aviation map and reaffirms its excellence in developing future solutions

and creating sustainable and innovative global initiatives that drive the growth and
competitiveness of this vital sector while keeping pace with global development

needs.

"We have succeeded in transforming a national idea into a global institutional
platform that supports ICAO’s goals and contributes to building a more efficient

and resilient aviation ecosystem, in line with the world’s best practices.”

Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director-General of the GCAA, stated, “We are proud

that the GSAM initiative, once a national vision, is now a formal ICAO-backed
global event. This milestone is a testament to the UAE’s strategic focus on

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