Friday, June 27th, 2025
In June 2025, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) strengthened its commitment to sustainable aviation and regional cooperation during a series of high-level involvement in France, coinciding with the International Paris Air Show. The visit highlighted ICAO's strategic goals, including achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050, improving aviation safety and promoting innovation in the aviation sector.
Strengthen relationships between France and European aviation leaders
At the invitation of the French government, with support from the grouping Des Industries Françaises Aéronautiqueset Spatiales (GIFAS), ICAO leadership took part in the Paris Air Show and held discussions with French Minister of Transport Philippe Tabarot. Key topics include advancing ICAO's strategic goals and exploring joint initiatives to enhance the global aviation environment. These discussions highlighted the importance of international cooperation in achieving the shared goal of net-zero emissions, improving aviation safety and continuing progress in developing emerging aviation technologies.
New Training Fellowship Program Agreement
A key outcome of the visit was the establishment of a new training fellowship programme agreement between ICAO and the French Civil Aviation Authority (DGAC). The partnership aims to strengthen capacity building efforts and provide training opportunities for aviation professionals, and is tailored to ICAO's mission to strengthen global aviation standards and practices. This agreement is testament to ICAO's efforts to ensure that ongoing investment in human capital and that aviation professionals around the world have the skills and knowledge to address future challenges.
Partnership with Airbus promotes sustainable aviation
Following the Paris Air Show, ICAO and Airbus have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in Toulouse, focusing on several key areas of capacity development, technical support and sustainable aviation fuels. The partnership aims to drive sustainable aviation solutions through collaborations on research, innovation and implementation of cleaner technology. Airbus' long-standing commitment to sustainability is consistent with ICAO's goal of reducing the environmental impact of aviation, and this new partnership is expected to contribute significantly to achieving carbon neutrality in the aviation sector. MOU also highlights initiatives to empower aviation women and support the development of the next generation of aviation professionals. This is an important focus for ICAO as the aviation industry continues to evolve.
EUR/NAT DGCA Conference: Regional cooperation advancement
On June 17, 2025, more than 100 aviation leaders from 50 states were convened in Paris for an EUR/NAT Aviation Authority (DGCA) meeting. The conference brought about a new commitment to deepen engagement and cooperation across the EUR/NAT region, including Europe, the North Atlantic, Central Asia and North Africa. Discussions focused on implementing ICAO's 2026-2050 strategic plan and fostering partnerships to address emerging challenges in the aviation sector. These initiatives will help ensure that the region remains at the forefront of aviation safety, sustainability and innovation.
Bilateral engagement with Azerbaijan, Georgia and Kazakhstan
During the EUR/NAT DGCA conference, ICAO held bilateral meetings with Azerbaijan, Georgia and Kazakhstan to advance certain cooperation initiatives. These engagements were aimed at strengthening regional cooperation and supporting the implementation of ICAO's strategic priorities in these countries. Partnerships with these countries are expected to have a significant impact on improving aviation infrastructure, safety standards and operational efficiency.
Participated in a memorandum with the United Arab Emirates
A new annex to the existing memorandum between ICAO and the United Arab Emirates has been signed to enhance implementation support for EUR/NAT states with prioritization needs. The agreement underscores its commitment to providing targeted support and resources to countries that need to support the aviation sector's progress. It also focuses on ICAO promoting regional cooperation, which is critical to the global aviation network.
Conclusion
ICAO's visit to France in June 2025 served as a key step to strengthening our partnership with European aviation leadership. The engagement and agreements established during the visit reflect a collective commitment to advance sustainable aviation, strengthening safety standards and promoting innovation. Through continuous collaboration and strategic partnerships, ICAO aims to achieve long-term goals and contribute to the development of a safe, secure and sustainable global aviation system. This visit highlights the importance of cooperation and cooperation across the region to address the challenges facing the aviation industry, ensuring that the sector is resilient, efficient and environmentally responsible for future generations.
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