Montreal: The Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Caribbean Aviation Safety and Security Oversight System (CASSOS). This agreement focuses on enhancing cooperation in civil aviation.

According to Qatar News Agency, the MoU was signed by QCAA Acting President Mohammed bin Faleh Al Hajri and CASSOS Chairperson Nari Williams-Singh. The signing event occurred during the CARICOM Forum, themed "Strengthening Regional Cooperation in Aviation Safety and Security for a Sustainable Future for All," which coincided with the 42nd Assembly of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) in Montreal, Canada.

The agreement seeks to improve collaboration in areas such as aviation safety, security, air navigation, and environmental sustainability. It also emphasizes capacity building and professional development in the civil aviation sector, aiming to promote sectoral growth and the integration of aviation systems at both regional and global levels.

During the ICAO assembly, Al Hajri also conducted bilateral meetings with important international aviation figures. These included discussions with Chris Rocheleau, Deputy Administrator of the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA); Alexander D'Orsogna, Director General of the Italian Civil Aviation Authority; and Pengiran Dato Shamhary Mustapha, Minister of Transport and Infocommunications of the Sultanate of Brunei Darussalam.

The bilateral meetings focused on exploring opportunities to enhance cooperation in civil aviation, supporting joint initiatives within ICAO, and sharing perspectives on significant issues addressed at the 42nd ICAO Assembly.