Marrakech: Minister of Transport and Chairman of the General Assembly of the Arab Civil Aviation Organization (ACAO), Mohammed Al-Shahoubi, emphasized the importance of strengthening technical support and capacity building for countries facing challenges in complying with international aviation standards, stressing the need to bridge the gap between member states.

According to Libyan News Agency, this statement was made during Al-Shahoubi’s participation in the Global Symposium on Supporting Implementation, organized by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) in Marrakech, Morocco. The symposium, attended by several ministers and officials, focused on enhancing international cooperation and supporting the ICAO’s role in achieving sustainable development in the aviation sector. Discussions included mechanisms for assisting countries in improving their compliance with international standards, within the framework of the “No Country Left Behind” initiative.

Al-Shahoubi highlighted the efforts of the Government of National Unity in developing the aviation sector, such as modernizing airport infrastructure, developing regulations and legislation, and improving the efficiency of operational systems. These initiatives aim to enhance performance levels and achieve compliance with international standards.

On the sidelines of the symposium, Al-Shahoubi held a series of meetings with key officials, including Juan Carlos Salazar, the Secretary General of the ICAO. Discussions with Salazar focused on cooperation with the Technical Cooperation Office. Al-Shahoubi also met with Mohamed Rahma, Director of the ICAO Regional Office in Cairo, to discuss expediting the completion of assessment reports and audits related to Libyan civil aviation.

The meetings aimed at supporting Libya’s efforts to develop its oversight system, which will contribute to enhancing safety and security levels and increasing international confidence in the civil aviation sector.