Egypt, ICAO Discuss Reducing Carbon Emissions in Aviation Sector

Egypt's Minister of Civil Aviation, Sameh El-Hefny, engaged in discussions with Mohamed Khalifa Rahma, the Director of the Air Transport Department at the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). This meeting took place in the context of the upcoming Egypt International Aviation and Space Exhibition, which is set to occur in New Alamein City. The presence of representatives from various international organizations underscored the significance of the dialogue aimed at fostering collaboration in the aviation sector.

During the discussions, the focus was placed on exploring effective avenues for cooperation between Egypt and ICAO, particularly concerning shared interests that would facilitate development and advancement in civil aviation on both regional and global scales. The Minister emphasized the importance of these collaborative efforts in addressing pressing issues within the aviation industry, thereby contributing to broader developmental goals.

Furthermore, Minister El-Hefny outlined Egypt's strategic plan to mitigate carbon emissions within the civil aviation sector, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals for 2030. The conversation also included a review of potential collaborative projects with ICAO and the European Union, specifically a feasibility study for the production of sustainable aviation fuel in Egypt. This initiative is part of Egypt's commitment to support ICAO's ambitious target of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, while also enhancing the capabilities of the civil aviation sector in areas such as security and cybersecurity.