Qatar signs comprehensive Air Transport Agreement with EU
Gulf Times
The State of Qatar on Monday signed a Comprehensive Air Transport Agreement with the European Union (EU), ushering in a new chapter of cooperation in the field of air transportation between Qatar and EU countries.
The Agreement was signed in Luxemburg by HE Qatar's Minister of Transport and Communications Jassim bin Saif Al Sulaiti, HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Slovenia Anze Logar, whose country is the current President of the EU, and HE European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and European Commission Vice-President Josep Borrell.
The new Agreement replaces already-signed bilateral agreements but will not strike out the previous rights granted to the State of Qatar and the EU Member States.
As per the Agreement, the companies concerned from all intended countries will enjoy an easy and free access to markets with less restrictions, aiming to significantly boost the opportunities of competition which all parties were keen they shall be fair and shall ensure the application of the principles of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) through allowing fair and equal opportunities for all parties.
