Strengthening Arab Collaboration in Aviation
On October 9, 2026, Dr. Sameh Hafez, the Minister of Civil Aviation and the current President of the General Assembly of the Arab Civil Aviation Organization, engaged in discussions with Mr. Khalid Al-Sharqawi, Director General of the organization, regarding the enhancement of Arab joint efforts within the civil aviation sector. This meeting took place during the Marrakech International Airshow 2026 in Morocco, where various officials, including Captain Sameh Fawzy, head of the Egyptian Civil Aviation Authority, were present. The discussions emphasized a variety of topics related to the priorities for the upcoming phase and explored ways to bolster cooperation among Arab nations in civil aviation.
Training and Human Resource Development
The conversations highlighted the critical importance of training and qualifying personnel in the aviation industry. They also focused on leveraging advanced experiences from the aviation sector to develop the technical capabilities of member states, ensuring they can keep pace with the rapid global developments in aviation. Dr. Hafez underscored the pivotal role of the Arab Civil Aviation Organization in fostering Arab cooperation in aviation, stressing the necessity to strengthen its role in formulating shared visions to address emerging issues in line with the evolving regional and international aviation landscape.
He further stated that Egypt, during its presidency of the current General Assembly, would continue to support the organization’s efforts and initiatives that meet the needs of member countries, thereby enhancing the standing of Arab civil aviation and its ability to navigate the fast-paced changes within the industry.
Mr. Al-Sharqawi acknowledged Egypt's significant contribution to the Arab Civil Aviation Organization, praising the expertise and specialized experiences that Egypt brings to the table in various aspects of civil aviation. He reiterated the organization’s commitment to ongoing collaboration and coordination with member states in the future to implement its programs effectively and respond to shared priorities.
The meeting concluded with a mutual agreement on the importance of continued consultation and coordination on matters of common interest, which serves the interests of member states and strengthens the collaborative efforts of Arab nations in civil aviation, thereby fostering cooperation and sharing knowledge among them.
As reported by youm7.com.
