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Under the patronage of HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim al-Thani, HE the Minister of Transport Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdullah bin Mohammed al-Thani today launched the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority’s (QCAA) new strategy under the slogan “Leading the Sky, Inspired by Vision,” during a ceremony attended by several high-ranking state officials.  The strategy is guided by a vision to establish a leading global civil aviation ecosystem that enhances safety and ensures secure and sustainable air transport, reinforcing the State of Qatar’s international standing and leadership in civil aviation. Its mission reflects QCAA’s role in empowering and supporting the sector, strengthening integration across its components, and promoting air connectivity and innovation.  This aligns with Qatar’s aspirations for excellence and leadership and the ambitions and objectives of Qatar National Vision 2030. The strategy also complements the Ministry of Transport Strategy 2025-2030, which envisions an integrated, secure, resilient and sustainable transport ecosystem.  During the ceremony, Mohamed bin Faleh al-Hajri, In Charge of Managing QCAA, said: “We are pleased to launch QCAA’s new strategy today. It represents an important step towards a more advanced and prosperous future and a key milestone in enhancing our readiness to adapt to change, address challenges and seize opportunities. It aligns with Qatar’s aspirations and the objectives of Qatar National Vision 2030, while complementing the Ministry of Transport Strategy.”  He emphasised that the strategy provides a regulatory framework and a comprehensive roadmap through which QCAA will develop the aviation ecosystem, improve operational efficiency and enhance air connectivity. This will strengthen the sector’s ability to keep pace with global growth and developments, reinforcing Qatar’s standing and leadership in civil aviation.  Al-Hajri added: “We have developed this strategy based on a comprehensive, forward-looking vision to uphold the highest standards of safety and security, empower national talent and support the sector’s sustainable growth. We reaffirm QCAA’s commitment to improving the quality of its programmes and services, adopting modern best practices and enhancing organisational performance to realise this vision, guided by the core values that underpin our work.”  He also reaffirmed QCAA’s commitment to overseeing the strategy’s implementation with dedication and responsibility in the coming period and translating it into pioneering initiatives, promising projects and tangible achievements. These efforts will reinforce Qatar’s standing and leadership in civil aviation and contribute to sustainable development, in line with QCAA’s direction and future ambitions.  The ceremony featured a video highlighting the strategy’s key objectives, including strengthening safety, security and environmental sustainability standards, reinforcing Qatar’s position as a leader in air transport, and digitising operational and regulatory processes.  The video also presented the strategy’s values relating to security and safety, sustainability and resilience, innovation and leadership, and its pillars of operational efficiency, regulatory excellence and international influence. It also outlined key development initiatives and projects that QCAA plans to implement in the next phase in partnership with relevant entities.  These will enhance the readiness of Qatar’s civil aviation ecosystem to address future challenges and capitalise on growth opportunities, strengthening the country’s regional and international standing in this vital sector. 

The Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Caribbean Aviation Safety and Security Oversight System (CASSOS), aimed at enhancing co-operation in civil aviation.**media[361685]**The MoU was signed by QCAA Acting President Mohammed bin Faleh al-Hajri and CASSOS chairperson Nari Williams-Singh. The signing took place on the sidelines of the CARICOM Forum, held under the theme "Strengthening Regional Co-operation in Aviation Safety and Security for a Sustainable Future for All," in conjunction with the 42nd Assembly of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), currently taking place in Montreal, Canada.**media[361686]**The agreement aims to bolster co-operation in various areas, including aviation safety, security, air navigation, and environmental sustainability. It also focuses on capacity building and professional development in the civil aviation sector, contributing to sectoral growth and integration of aviation systems both regionally and globally.**media[361687]**On the sidelines of the assembly, al-Hajri also held bilateral meetings with key international aviation leaders, including Deputy Administrator of the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Chris Rocheleau; Director General of the Italian Civil Aviation Authority, Alexander D'Orsogna; and Minister of Transport and Infocommunications of the Sultanate of Brunei Darussalam, Pengiran Dato Shamhary Mustapha.The meetings discussed ways to strengthen cooperation in civil aviation, support joint initiatives within ICAO, and exchange views on key issues on the agenda of the 42nd ICAO Assembly.

Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) is participating in the 9th Aviation Africa Summit, organized by the African Civil Aviation Commission (AFCAC), currently taking place in Kigali, Rwanda. QCAA Acting President Mohamed Faleh al-Hajri is heading Qatar's delegation to the event, which began Thursday and will continue over two days. The summit addresses several key themes, including the future of the aviation industry in Africa, prospects for sector growth, sustainability, safety, risk assessment, and the challenges facing aviation. It also covers airport development and emerging technologies in the field. In his opening remarks during the 'Regional Cooperation' session, al-Hajri emphasized that the future of aviation in Africa hinges on enhanced co-operation between governments, regulatory bodies, and regional and international organizations. He reaffirmed Qatar's commitment as a strategic partner of AFCACto supporting such co-operation and working with African nations to build capacity and unlock the full potential of the continent’s aviation sector. Al-Hajri also highlighted Qatar's role in supporting Africa’s aviation agenda on the international stage, particularly through the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). He noted that the Qatar Airways network of passenger and cargo services plays a vital role in connecting Africa with the rest of the world, significantly contributing to air connectivity, as well as the promotion of trade, tourism, and cultural exchange. He concluded by stressing that Qatar's partnership with AFCAC and civil aviation authorities across African countries reflects not only its commitment to cooperation with the continent, but also its prominent role in shaping the future of global aviation.