The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) of the United Arab Emirates affirmed the importance of the decision adopted by the Supreme Council of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) to establish the GCC Civil Aviation Authority and designate the UAE as its headquarters.

The authority noted that this step reflects a clear strategic direction to strengthen Gulf integration in the air transport ecosystem and advance it toward greater coordination and harmonization, creating unprecedented growth opportunities for this vital sector not only across the Gulf but also at the regional and international levels.

Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism and Chairman of the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority, said that the establishment of the GCC Civil Aviation Authority represents a pivotal milestone in the journey of joint Gulf cooperation, reflecting the unified vision of GCC States to build an integrated aviation system supporting trade, tourism, and economic development.

The new GCC Civil Aviation Authority, aims to elevate joint Gulf cooperation in civil aviation by promoting legislative and operational harmonization among Member States, supporting the achievement of the highest levels of safety, security, and operational efficiency, and enhancing the capacity to keep pace with fast-moving technological developments in global aviation.