Saudi Arabia Concludes ICAN 2025 With 47 Agreements To Enhance Global Air Transport Cooperation

The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) represented Saudi Arabia at the International Civil Aviation Organization Air Services Negotiation Event (ICAN 2025) in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. From November 10 to 14, the Kingdom signed 47 agreements to enhance its global civil aviation partnerships.

Saudi Arabia's participation in ICAN 2025 underscores its dedication to fostering international civil aviation cooperation. This effort is part of a broader strategy to position the Kingdom as a leading logistics hub connecting three continents, aligning with Vision 2030 goals.

During the event, GACA concluded bilateral air transport services agreements with Cape Verde, Paraguay, and Costa Rica. Additionally, operational memoranda of understanding were signed with Panama, Liberia, Italy, and Luxembourg. These agreements aim to establish clear regulatory frameworks for air traffic between Saudi Arabia and these nations.

The agreements are designed to expand cooperation in air transport and promote bilateral collaboration based on mutual benefit and respect. They support the objectives of the National Industrial Development and Logistics Program and the Aviation Program by enhancing Saudi Arabia’s connectivity.

Saudi Arabia engaged in 26 rounds of bilateral meetings with countries such as the Netherlands, Ethiopia, Iceland, Equatorial Guinea, Saint Martin, Honduras, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Trinidad and Tobago, Guinea-Bissau, Namibia, and Curaçao. These discussions resulted in 21 agreements and memoranda of understanding.

The outcomes from these meetings aim to deepen international cooperation in air transport services. They also empower national carriers to expand their global networks by opening new markets for Saudi Arabia.

Commitment to Vision 2030

The extensive engagement at ICAN 2025 reflects Saudi Arabia's commitment to building global partnerships. By advancing international civil aviation collaboration, the Kingdom reinforces its position as a key player in global logistics.

This strategic approach aligns with Vision 2030's objectives to enhance connectivity and establish Saudi Arabia as a central logistics hub across three continents.

With inputs from SPA