Astana, 29 August 2024 (TDI): Kazakhstan has become the first country in Central Asia to open its permanent mission to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) in Montreal, Canada.
Kazakh Minister of Transport Marat Karabayev, the President of the ICAO Council, the Secretary General of ICAO and the heads of aviation authorities of ICAO member countries attended the opening ceremony.
ICAO is a United Nations agency with 193 member nations. The organization sets global standards for civil aviation and coordinates its development to strengthen safety and efficiency.
Kazakhstan’s presence in ICAO will enhance collaboration with the bloc to promote the civil aviation industry and maintain the high degree of flight safety, the ministry said.
Karabayev also participated in the 14th Air Navigation Conference of ICAO in Montreal from August 25 to 28. The event allowed for wide-ranging technical discussions that resulted in the adoption of a set of high-level recommendations in flight safety and air navigation for all 193 ICAO member nations.
As part of the event, Karabayev held a meeting with ICAO Council President Salvatore Sciacchitano and ICAO Secretary General Juan Carlos Salazar.
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During the meeting, ICAO management welcomed Kazakhstan’s decision to set up a representative office in the organization and expressed hope for the country’s effective engagement in improving flight safety and aviation security.
The sides inked a Management Services Agreement regarding management and other support services to be provided by or through ICAO.
As part of the deal, ICAO will develop specific project proposals that address Kazakhstan’s needs, including airport development and civil aviation master planning.
