Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, represented by the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), hosted the 11th meeting of the Executive Steering Committee of the Cooperative Aviation Security Programme Middle East (CASP-MID) today in Riyadh. The meeting was chaired by CASP-MID Chairman and GACA's Executive Vice President for Aviation Security Mohammed Alfozan, along with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Regional Director for the Middle East Regional Office Mohamed Abubaker Farea.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the meeting included representatives from member states of the program, as well as delegations from ICAO, the Arab Civil Aviation Organization (ACAO), and various supporting international bodies. Participants included representatives from seven countries: Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, Libya, Lebanon, Sudan, and Yemen.
Executive Vice President Alfozan emphasized the significance of these regular meetings in addressing key issues related to civil aviation security. He noted that continued participation from member states is crucial for fostering greater cooperation and improving aviation security both regionally and globally, ultimately contributing to a secure future for civil aviation.
Participants at the meeting praised the accomplishments of CASP-MID over the past year. They acknowledged the Kingdom's leadership in advancing aviation security in the region and its ongoing support for member states and the program's initiatives, which are vital to safeguarding civil aviation from potential threats or illegal interference.