UAE representative elected Vice Chair of ICAO Councils CEC

Sharjah24: Mohammad Salem, the UAE Alternate Representative to the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), has been elected Vice Chair of the ICAO Council's Climate and Environment Committee (CEC). This committee, comprising representatives from ICAO Council Member States, is crucial in shaping global aviation’s environmental policies and strategic direction.

UAE's growing leadership in aviation

This election represents a significant milestone in the UAE’s increasing leadership within international civil aviation. It underscores the country's active contributions to promoting sustainability and climate action in the sector.

Commitment to environmental sustainability

Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director-General of the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), stated, “This election reaffirms the UAE’s deep commitment to environmental sustainability in aviation.” He emphasized that Mohammad Salem’s appointment reflects the international recognition of the UAE professionals' impactful roles within ICAO. The UAE is dedicated to collaborating with ICAO Member States and global partners to achieve shared environmental goals.

Advancing ICAO’s climate strategy

The appointment comes as ICAO intensifies its efforts to lead the global aviation sector toward a sustainable future, aiming for net-zero emissions. The UAE has been a proactive participant in ICAO’s environmental agenda by advocating for cleaner energy sources, such as Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and Lower Carbon Aviation Fuels (LCAF), and launching innovative emissions reduction initiatives.

As Vice Chair of the CEC, Salem will play a pivotal role in advancing ICAO’s climate strategy. This includes supporting the effective implementation of initiatives like the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) and working towards ICAO’s historic goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions in aviation by 2050.