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6/24/24, 4:35 PM UAE ranks 1st globally in Air Transport Infrastructure Quality and Air Transport Quality – The Gulf Time Newspaper
It inspires us to push boundaries and embrace emerging technologies to further develop air transport
infrastructure and services, setting new benchmarks for the industry worldwide, Bin Touq explained, noting

that it aligns with national goals to build a future where the UAE continues to lead, innovate, and connect the
world through a comprehensive, integrated, and sustainable aviation system, leveraging its vital strategic

location.
Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director-General of GCAA, expressed his pride in this achievement, which
highlights the strength and competitiveness of the UAE’s civil aviation sector. It reflects the ongoing efforts

made by the GCAA in collaboration with its strategic partners in the relevant federal and local government
entities, as well as the national carriers and all companies and institutions operating in the sector. Their

combined efforts align with the plans and strategies aimed at developing air transport infrastructure,
improving services, expanding international partnerships, and connecting with new international markets to
enhance the air transport network. This has contributed to strengthening the country’s position as a major

hub for travel and tourism both regionally and internationally.
Al Suwaidi emphasised the GCAA’s commitment to continuously improving and developing the aviation
sector in the country, keeping pace with technological advancements and strategic developmental goals, to

ensure the maintenance and enhancement of this distinguished position in the future.

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