(MENAFN- The Peninsula) Qatar Airways will host the 46th Annual General Meeting of the Arab Air Carriers Organisation (AACO) from November 5 to 7 in Doha.
As an active member of this regional organization, hosting the next AACO AGM is a part of Qatar Airways commitment to the advancement of the global aviation industry and the Arab aviation industry in particular, the carrier said Sunday.
Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker, who will chair the proceedings of the 46th AACO AGM said, "We welcome leaders of the global and Arab civil aviation industry to the State of Qatar and are delighted that Qatar Airways is hosting the AACO AGM for the second time. This reflects the pivotal role of the State of Qatar in the global and regional aviation industry and also reinforces Qatar Airways commitment in developing and strengthening the Arab aviation sector."
This is the second time that Qatar Airways will host the annual general meeting of AACO. The first AGM was held in Doha in 2001.
AACO Secretary General Abdul Wahab Teffaha said, "Twelve years ago, the AACO's AGM was held here in Qatar, and this year we return again to this city that has become a hub for a global airline providing connections to more than 125 destinations worldwide. I am confident that participants of this event will enjoy Qatar Airways' renowned hospitality."
Established in 1965 by the Arab League of States and headquartered in Beirut, AACO is a non-profit organisation gathering 30 Arab member airlines and aims to promote cooperation, quality and safety standards among its carriers.
AACO as well works on enhancing human resources working in air transport through various training courses provided by AACOs regional training center based in Amman, with a branch in Cairo. In addition, AACO manages a number of joint projects gathering its member airlines.
The AACO co-ordinates at various levels with global air transport associations such as International Air Transport Association (IATA) and International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO).
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