UAE Introduces Protocol for Controlling Diseases in Air Travel
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) of the UAE has introduced a new ‘Protocol to Enhance Global Aviation Safety and Public Health Resilience’ aimed at tackling the spread of communicable diseases during air travel.
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Presented by the UAE delegation at the Collaborative Arrangement for the Prevention and Management of Public Health Events in Civil Aviation (CAPSCA) Joint Meeting in Germany, the Protocol highlights the importance of rapid reporting by operators’ stations and cooperation with local health authorities.
Praised by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and member states for its innovative approach, the Protocol has received widespread acclaim. Saif Mohamed Al Suwaidi, Director-General of GCAA, emphasized the significance of the Protocol in ensuring global aviation safety and public health resilience, reaffirming the authority’s commitment to collaborative efforts with international partners.
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