Sri Lanka informs ICAO of its plan to become hub in region for training Aviation professionals

Sri Lanka informs International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) of its plan to become a hub in South Asia for training aviation professionals, a statement from the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) said.

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At the invitation of Juan Carlos Salazar, ICAO Secretary General Janith Ruwan Kodituwakku, Deputy Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation, together with Capt. Daminda Rambukwella, Director General of Civil Aviation and Chief Executive Officer of the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL), met with the Secretary General at ICAO Headquarters in Montreal, Canada, during the 42nd ICAO Assembly.

The meeting focused on strengthening cooperation between Sri Lanka and ICAO, in line with ICAO's strategic priorities of ensuring safe and secure aviation operations, advancing environmental sustainability, and enabling seamless, accessible, and efficient global air transport.

Key highlights of the discussions included:

• Sri Lanka's plans to appoint a voluntary Ambassador based in Canada to represent the country at ICAO Headquarters in Montreal.

• Establishing an official Sri Lankan presence at ICAO HQ with dedicated office space, similar to other Member States.

• Sri Lanka's intention to contest for a seat on the ICAO Council at the next election in three years.