Security & Facilitation

The Convention on International Civil Aviation—better known as the Chicago Convention—was signed in 1944 to create the framework for safe and orderly global air transport. It established ICAO and laid the foundation for the standards and…

Biometric screening, digital travel credentials, and artificial intelligence-powered border management are redefining what is possible in international air travel. Airports and border agencies across multiple continents are using facial…

Earlier this month we strengthened our cooperation with the Universal Postal Union (UPU) in the Joint Statement we are sharing below. This marks a new milestone in global efforts, bringing together both of our areas of expertise to confront…

The effective delivery of aviation security is an important factor in the growth and sustainable development of the global aviation industry. As the industry continues to evolve, so will the challenges posed by ever-changing threats. …

In an era where digital transformation is reshaping every aspect of our lives, international travel remains one of the last strongholds of physical documentation. The traditional passport has long been the cornerstone of cross-border…

According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), 46% of passengers used biometrics at the airport in 2024, and 73% of travelers want to use biometric identification instead of physical documents. In other words, the majority…