Saudi Arabia nominated for international aviation body membership

Saudi Arabia has been nominated for membership of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper reported, citing a statement from the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA).

The voting results of the extraordinary general assembly of the Arab Civil Aviation Organization in Rabat showed that Saudi Arabia remained on the list of states seeking ICAO’s membership.

The statement said that during the Rabat meeting, it was agreed that the Kingdom would be among the nominees for ICAO’s membership, given its huge contribution to international civil aviation, and technical and financial support to ICAO in order to achieve the organization's strategic goals.

“The importance of Arab cooperation in air transport lies in joint action to unify procedures and keep ongoing communication to meet the highest safety standards for this vital sector that is a key driver for the economy in the region,” the statement read.