Doha Declaration affirms ICAO member states' commitment to air transport facilitation, SDGs

Doha, Qatar: The Doha Declaration, issued at the conclusion of the ICAO Facilitation Conference (FALC 2025), reaffirmed the commitment of ICAO member...

Doha, Qatar: The Doha Declaration, issued at the conclusion of the ICAO Facilitation Conference (FALC 2025), reaffirmed the commitment of ICAO member states and all participating entities to strengthening international cooperation for air transport facilitation.

The declaration underscores the importance of ensuring the seamless movement of passengers, crew, and cargo across borders in alignment with the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals.

Adopted during the high-level Ministerial Session, the declaration highlighted the vital role of air transport in connecting people, supporting trade, and fostering economic and social growth. It called for enhanced coordination to streamline travel facilitation and ensure the efficiency of global aviation operations.

It called for the adoption of unified policies for air transport facilitation, based on flexible technical standards tailored to each country's needs, and the development of sustainable financing mechanisms to support facilitation programs. The declaration also emphasized ensuring accessibility for vulnerable groups, including refugees, persons with disabilities, and stateless individuals.