BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, CMC – The Barbados authorities says it formally deposited its devices of ratification for 2 protocols amending the Conference on Worldwide Civil Aviation, additional reinforcing its dedication to lively participation in international aviation governance.
Barbados’ Excessive Commissioner to Canada and Everlasting Consultant to the Worldwide Civil Aviation Group (ICAO), Gline Clarke, introduced the devices throughout a courtesy name on ICAO’s Secretary Basic, Juan Carlos Salazar, in Montreal earlier this month.
The ratified protocols pertain to amendments of Articles 50 (a) and 56 of the Conference. The Modification to Article 50(a) will increase the membership of the ICAO Council from 36 to 40, aiming to attain extra equitable international illustration.
The Modification to Article 56 expands the Air Navigation Fee from 19 to 21 members, enhancing the Fee’s potential to attract from a wider pool of technical experience and operational expertise.
Clarke famous that the ratification of those amendments alerts Barbados’ intent to raise its profile in worldwide civil aviation and deepen its collaboration with ICAO, saying it “enhanced illustration inside ICAO’s decision-making our bodies will yield vital advantages for Barbados’ nationwide aviation sector and displays the nation’s strong and evolving regulatory framework.”
Barbados’ dedication to fulfilling its worldwide obligations is evidenced by the enactment of the Civil Aviation Act of 2022 and the institution of the Barbados Civil Aviation Authority on June 1, 2023.
The nation additionally continues to assist regional aviation security and oversight initiatives, together with the Caribbean Aviation Security and Safety Oversight System, and values ICAO’s ongoing assist in capability constructing throughout the Caribbean Neighborhood and Widespread Market (CARICOM) area.
Salazar welcomed Barbados’ ratification of the protocols and emphasised ICAO’s continued assist to small island creating states, together with by way of its regional workplace for North America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
He emphasised the significance of ongoing collaboration in addressing the area’s distinctive challenges and alternatives.
