The UAE wins the membership of the International Civil Aviation Organization Council for the seventh time in a row

Montreal on September 30 / WAM / The UAE has achieved a new achievement on the international scene after its victory for the seventh consecutive time with the membership of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), during the elections that took place on the sidelines of the forty -second session of the organization’s general assembly, held in Montreal, Canada during the period from September 23 to October 3, 2025.
The efforts of the UAE in the international civil aviation sector resulted in the leading role and the prestigious status and confidence that it enjoys at the international level, as the state obtained the majority of the votes of countries in the elections attended by His Excellency Abdullah bin Touq Al -Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Authority “Chairman of the State delegation”, and His Excellency Saif Muhammad Al -Suwaidi, Director General of the Commission “Vice -President of the State delegation”, and a number of ministers, heads and general managers of the member states in the member states They numbered 193 countries.
The elections of the International Civil Aviation Organization Council are held every three years, where 36 member states are elected among the 193 member states, distributed over three groups: the first group of countries of great importance in air transport, the second group of countries that contribute to the largest amount of providing international air navigation facilities, and the third group of countries that guarantee geographical representation.
His Excellency Abdullah bin Touq Al -Marri said, “This renewed victory is a global appreciation certificate of the UAE’s march in the aviation sector, and evidence of the success of our strategy in building strong partnerships with our regional and international surroundings, which came as a result of the wise directives of our wise leadership, which has always been keen to give all components of this vital sector a special importance that enabled it to keep pace with the enormous developments in the aviation sector globally, as well The state has proven its ability to be an active partner in formulating civil aviation policies worldwide, and its effective contributions to the files related to sustainability, environmental protection, security and flight safety.
His Excellency added, “The state’s victory is an affirmation of the continuity of serious and influential national action in future decisions to be present in the economic scene of the sector, as the contribution of the aviation sector has become clear to the state’s gross domestic product, which contributes about 18% currently, and it is expected that it will continue to grow during the coming years, we are proud of the trust of member states, and are committed to continuing our efforts to enhance the future of global aviation and support the goals of the organization Strategy. ”
On this occasion, His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of the Dubai Airports Foundation, Supreme Chairman of the UAE Aviation and Group, and a member of the Authority’s Board of Directors said, “This seventh consecutive victory devotes the UAE’s leading position in the aviation sector and reflects renewable international confidence in our strategic policies and our professional management of the sector, which came as a culmination of the wise vision of our wise leadership, Our continuous investments in advanced infrastructure, aircraft and airports, as well as the development of qualified national cadres.
He stressed that this victory reflects the confidence that we have internationally and regionally as a result of our friendly and balanced diplomatic initiatives, and our commitment to international standards, which makes the UAE an influential voice in drawing civil aviation policies worldwide.
His Excellency Mohamed Ali Al -Shurafa, Chairman of the Municipalities and Transport Department – Abu Dhabi, a member of the Board of Directors of the Authority, said, “The re -election of the UAE for the ICAO Council for the seventh time reflects the appreciation of the international community for the balanced approach adopted by the state in developing the aviation sector, and the safe and sustainable environment for air transport, and also confirms the success of our strategies in investing in national cadres and the advanced infrastructure of the sector, as this continuous victory reflects the confidence that We gained it from our regional and international partners, and our active role in supporting the development of all components of civil aviation, in order to ensure the enhancement of sustainable growth, security and safety worldwide.
His Excellency Sheikh Khalid bin Essam Al Qasimi, head of the Civil Aviation Department-Sharjah, a member of the authority’s board of directors, said that this victory reflects the vision of the rational leadership of the UAE and strategic planning that makes the UAE civil aviation sector a role model in the region and the world.
He added, “The continuous investment in national cadres and advanced infrastructure contributed to strengthening the state’s position at the international level, and the victory represents the great confidence of the member states of Ecoau in the role of the Emirates influencing the enhancement of regional and international cooperation, and its contribution to the development of civil aviation policies that guarantee safety, sustainability and technical progress of the sector.”
His Excellency Sheikh Eng. Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi, head of the Civil Aviation Department – Ras Al Khaimah, member of the Authority’s Board of Directors, said that the continuous victory of the UAE in the membership of the ECAO Council confirms the international community’s appreciation for its role in supporting the safety and efficiency of the global civil aviation system, and the state’s continuous investment in the development of national cadres and modern infrastructure for air transport, and also reflects the international appreciation of the vital role that the UAE plays, its efforts and continuous initiatives. For the growth and development of the future of civil aviation.
His Excellency Mohammed Abdullah Al Salami, Chairman of the Fujairah Civil Aviation Department and Vice -Chairman of the General Authority of Civil Aviation congratulated the wise leadership, the board of directors and all workers in the civil aviation sector in the country on this distinguished achievement that reflects the growing position of the United Arab Emirates as a diplomatic and strategic partner capable of contributing the active in the organization’s committees and initiatives to enhance safety, sustainability and development in the global air transport system.
He praised the representation of the Emirates with efficiency and professionalism.
He added that the UAE’s victory is not just an electoral result, but rather a true translation of the confidence of the international and regional community in the state’s vision and rational policies in developing the civil aviation sector, and implementing initiatives that serve the interests of future generations.
For his part, His Excellency Saif Mohamed Al -Suwaidi stressed that the UAE’s victory for the seventh time in a row is an achievement that we are all proud of reflecting its established position and the confidence of the international aviation community in it, which came thanks to the directives of our rational government.
He said that the UAE has been keen since joining the ICAO Council in 2007 to be an influential and reliable voice in the strategic discussions and decisions of the sector, and the state has contributed to offering quality initiatives and innovative ideas that contributed to enhancing the efficiency and safety of the global aviation system, including the international program of civil aviation leaders, the artificial intelligence laboratory in aviation, and the international cooperation program for building capacity.
He added that this victory confirms that the UAE is not just a member of the council, but rather a strategic partner in formulating the future of international civil aviation.
This continuous achievement reflects the pioneering position of the Emirati aviation sector, which contributes directly and indirectly with approximately 18% of the state’s gross domestic product, and also provides about a million jobs, and links the country with more than 304 international airports around the world, which enhances the pivotal role of the Emirates in the international air transport system.
In addition, during the work of the organization’s general assembly, the UAE presented a large group of working papers in all technical, executive, economic, administrative, legal and environmental sectors, which are contributions that are characterized by their effectiveness through offering a number of ideas and initiatives that will contribute greatly to enhancing the sector’s growth and finding solutions to the challenges that may face its growth and sustainability.

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