Saeed Mohammed Al Suwaidi, the Permanent Representative of the United Arab Emirates to the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), has been elected as Vice President of the ICAO Council.
This achievement underscores the UAE’s prominent standing in the global civil aviation sector and the confidence it enjoys from ICAO Member States. It also highlights the nation’s active contributions to advancing the Organisation’s mission to enhance the safety, security, and sustainability of international aviation.
On this occasion, Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director-General of the General Civil Aviation Authority, said, “The election of the UAE’s representative to this prestigious position demonstrates the international recognition of the country’s contributions to shaping global civil aviation policies. It also underscores the UAE’s commitment to strengthening its active participation within the ICAO Council and contributing more effectively to decisions that impact the global aviation sector, in line with its forward-looking vision for international cooperation and leadership in this field.”
Expressing his pride in the appointment, Saeed Al Suwaidi noted that his election carries great responsibility and serves as an opportunity to further strengthen the UAE’s role within ICAO, supporting global efforts to advance the aviation sector with the highest standards of innovation, efficiency, and sustainability.
(Inputs from WAM)
