President Of International Civil Aviation Commends Ghana For Upholding Standards In Aviation Industry

The President of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), Roberto Gonzalez has commended Ghana for its efficient way it handles safety and security issues in relation to air transportation.

Mr. Gonzalez said this when he paid a visit to Vice President Kwesi Bekoe Amissah-Arthur at the Flagstaff House Kanda Accra. 

He said Ghana continues to see tremendous growth in the aviation industry grossly due to the seriousness it attaches to upholding standards in the aviation sector. 

Mr. Roberto Gonzalez is in the country to participate in the 23rd plenary session of the African Civil Aviation Commission (AFCAC) currently underway in Accra.

The Commission, which comprises 54 African States, is the specialised agency of the African Union responsible for Civil Aviation matters in Africa.
 
AFCAC facilitates cooperation and coordination among African States towards the development of integrated and sustainable Air Transport system; and fosters the implementation of ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices and development of harmonized rules and regulations, consistent with the best international practices in civil aviation.

For his part Vice President Kwesi Bekoe Amissah-Arthur said Ghana will continue to effectively co-operate with the International Civil Aviation Organisation to provide quality, safe and secured air transportation for users across the country.

GBC