'Civil Aviation' Head: Unifying Regional Efforts to Enhance Aviation Safety and Face Common Challenges
Sheikh Hamad Al-Sabah emphasized the importance of coordination with Middle Eastern countries to face common challenges in the civil aviation sector during a meeting in Doha
Translated by Qiyas from السياسة — Original source
Kuwait reiterates condemnation of Houthi militia attacks on Saudi Arabia and affirms its full solidarity with the Kingdom
Sheikh Hamoud Mubarak Al-Hamoud Al-Sabah, Chairman of the General Authority of Civil Aviation, emphasized today, Monday, the importance of enhancing coordination and cooperation among Middle Eastern countries, unifying efforts, and supporting collective decisions to address shared challenges and threats, thereby contributing to the enhancement of civil aviation security and safety in the region.
This statement came during his participation in the eighth meeting of Directors General of Civil Aviation in the Middle East region, held in the Qatari capital Doha, with proceedings continuing until October 28.
Sheikh Hamoud Al-Sabah reiterated Kuwait’s condemnation of the attacks carried out by the Houthi militia against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, affirming Kuwait’s full solidarity with the Kingdom and its readiness to mobilize all its resources and capabilities, and to provide all possible support to address the repercussions of these attacks, based on deep-rooted fraternal ties and a shared commitment to the security and stability of the region’s countries.
He stressed that civil aviation security and safety represent a top priority and a shared responsibility among the countries of the region, amid growing challenges facing the sector, which necessitate raising readiness levels, developing security and safety systems, and exchanging information and expertise.
He clarified that addressing these challenges requires unifying efforts, supporting collective decisions, and mobilizing available resources to ensure the continuity of air operations and protect passengers, critical infrastructure, and facilities, in accordance with internationally recognized standards.
He noted Kuwait’s keenness to enhance cooperation among civil aviation authorities in the region, unify visions, positions, and decisions on common issues, in a manner that serves the sector’s interests and elevates safety, security, and operational efficiency standards.
He expressed his hope that the outcomes of the meeting would contribute to strengthening joint regional efforts and consolidating cooperation and integration, leading to a safer and more sustainable civil aviation sector in the Middle East.
He also extended his gratitude to Qatar for hosting and excellently organizing the meeting, and to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) for its efforts in supporting cooperation and coordination among the countries of the region and developing the civil aviation sector.
The meeting, which began today, Monday, is attended by Directors General and officials from civil aviation authorities in Middle Eastern countries, alongside representatives of relevant international and regional organizations.
Participants are discussing a number of issues related to sector development, including global developments in aviation safety and air navigation, cybersecurity, environmental protection and sustainability, air transport facilitation, and enhancing regional cooperation to develop the Middle East Air Security Program, as well as challenges associated with unmanned aerial vehicles (drones).
