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July 12th is the day where we recognize the International day of Combating Sand and Dust Storms, a global call to action to reduce the impacts of these storms on human health, the environment, and sustainable development. It is an…
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The initiative began in 2014 during the first ICAO Council off-site strategy session. They had a goal to establish ways ICAO could better communicate with and assist its Member States. At the time, there were a lot of discrepancies with how…
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The Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme (USOAP) is an ICAO programme that has been contributing to the safe functioning of the global aviation industry for more than 25 years. Through this programme, ICAO carries out audits and other…
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One of our important priorities at ICAO is our mission to ensure that No Country is Left Behind, where partnerships with Member States and international organizations play a critical role. Through our Resource Mobilization Strategy (the…
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When the aviation industry began facing human resource challenges that included a retiring workforce, competition for skilled talent, and the need for harmonized qualifications, ICAO established the Next Generation of Aviation Professionals…
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New commitments from French and European government authorities and industry to accelerate progress towards zero-fatalities, net-zero carbon emissions and global air connectivity were the result of a recent ICAO Council visit to France,…
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While many innovations are shaping the future of aviation, few hold as much transformative potential—or urgency—as sustainable aviation fuels (SAF). As we work with stakeholders around the world to decarbonize air transport, the role of SAF…
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When it comes to recognizing Desertification and Drought Day, which is being observed globally on 17 June under the 2025 theme 'Restore the Land. Unlock the Opportunities', it is important to recognize the many ways the international…
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The tenth ICAO AFI Aviation Week brought a renewed commitment to advancing aviation safety, security, facilitation, sustainability and connectivity across the African and Indian Ocean (AFI) region.  Held from 26 to 30 May 2025 in Victoria…
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Led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), World Environment Day is observed every year on June 5th. It serves as the largest global platform for environmental outreach. The day highlights a pressing environmental issue that…
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