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ICAO contributes to this new WHO initiative to improve pandemic preparedness
To help countries better prepare for future pandemics, ICAO contributed to a new initiative that was launched by the World Health Organization (WHO) to provide guidance on integrated planning for “responding to any respiratory pathogen such…
Implementing States’ climate change agreements at ICAO
ICAO Member States’ fight against climate change took important steps forward at their most recent assembly, with governments reaching a landmark agreements towards achieving net zero carbon-emissions from international aviation by 2050,…
World Pilots’ Day: Recognising the importance of IFALPA’s contributions to ICAO’s work
The International Federation of Air Line Pilots' Associations (IFALPA) was created during a conference of pilots' associations held in London in April 1948 for the express purpose of providing a formal means for the airline pilots of the…
Our spotlight on World Book and Copyright Day
Each year, on April 23rd, there is recognition around the world for the scope of books and the ways they link the past and the future, bridging generations and crossing cultures. Three major sectors of the book industry are included -…
Recognising the English language and its importance in aviation
English Language Day at the UN is celebrated on the 23rd of April. It is both the birthday and the date that William Shakespeare passed. He was a famous playwright who wrote in English and had a huge impact on the modern-day language.…
Celebrating World Innovation Creativity Day (with this contest!)
Every year on April 21st, the United Nations celebrates World Creativity and Innovation Day. It is a day where we can raise awareness on the role of creativity and innovation in human development. Innovation is essential for harnessing…