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The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), led by President His Excellency Mr. Abdulaziz bin Abdullah Al-Duailej, is participating in ICAO's FALC 2025 conference in Doha, which runs from April 14 to 17.

Hosted by the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) under the banner 'Facilitating the Future of Air Transport: Collaboration, Efficiency, and Inclusivity,' the event gathers 190 national delegations, including over 120 transport ministers and aviation leaders from across the world.

GACA's participation aims to strengthen international cooperation, improve air transport systems, foster innovation, exchange ideas on the future of air transport facilitation, and explore the latest developments in the civil aviation sector.

FALC 2025 brings together nations, stakeholders, and aviation experts to explore the latest advancements in air transport facilitation and collaborate on a global strategy that enhances adaptability to rapid changes in civil aviation sector.

Discussions at the conference address critical issues aimed at improving air transport facilitation, notably cooperation and coordination between relevant authorities, travel document security, border control, cargo clearance procedures, and automation. Additional dialogue sessions focus on the role of air transport facilitation in driving aviation industry growth and innovative approaches for sustainable development in civil aviation.

Alongside the conference, a specialized exhibition showcases the accomplishments of participating countries and entities in the air transport facilitation and highlights equipment and systems improving the passenger experience.

The conference will conclude with a ministerial announcement on aviation facilitation, aimed at enhancing air transport services by ensuring reliable and seamless aviation services for all. This announcement also seeks to guide public policy on critical facilitation matters, supporting ICAO’s strategic objectives related to aviation security and facilitation.