The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and several entities involved in the security and operational aspects of the aviation sector, participated in the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) High-Level Conference on Air Transport Facilitation (FALC 2025), held in Doha, from April 14 to 17, 2025, under the theme "Facilitating the Future of Air Transport: Cooperation, Efficiency, and Inclusiveness."
The conference that saw the participation of 190 countries, more than 120 senior officials and ministers of transport and civil aviation, along with representatives of ICAO Member States and relevant international organizations and bodies, discussed key topics, such as simplifying travel procedures, enhancing integration among stakeholders, innovation in facilitation, and the use of artificial intelligence to improve the passenger experience. It also highlighted the issues of refugees and passengers with disabilities, combating human trafficking, and other related topics.
CAA participated in the ministerial segment held on the final day, where Eng. Nayef bin Ali Al-Abri, Chairman, CAA, delivered the Sultanate of Oman's speech, in which he affirmed that the Sultanate of Oman will continue its prominent role in enhancing air safety and aviation security, providing best practices for air transport facilitation, and developing the aviation sector in the region and the world.
He said, "We affirm and support the sound recommendations resulting from the discussions, which chart a clear path for the future of aviation facilitation and lay solid foundations for keeping pace with international transformations in this vital field."
He also noted in his speech that the Sultanate of Oman continues its efforts to improve and develop its aviation infrastructure and adopt global best practices. It is also committed to providing safe, efficient, and seamless services and looks forward to adopting future solutions that contribute to achieving sustainability and enhancing cooperation among all stakeholders in the aviation industry.
He emphasized the active role played by the Sultanate of Oman and its international efforts to enhance aviation security. He commended Oman's hosting of ICAO Security Week 2024, during which the "Muscat Declaration" was issued, a prominent international event that embodies the close cooperation among ICAO Member States and reflects the collective commitment to enhancing aviation security globally.
Al Abri commended the efforts of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and Qatar in organizing this important conference, which serves as an international platform for strategic dialogue between decision-makers and experts on aviation facilitation issues and the importance of joint coordination to address future challenges in the aviation industry.
This conference constitutes a strategic platform for exchanging experiences and insights on future policies to facilitate air transport, including simplifying travel procedures, enhancing integration between national and international entities, and adopting innovation and artificial intelligence to facilitate the movement of passengers and cargo and improve the passenger experience.
The conference also highlighted the issues of refugees and passengers with disabilities, combating human trafficking, and other related topics.
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