Syria, Iraq sign agreement on air services

DAMASCUS, Jul.18, (ST)- Today, Syria and Iraq signed an agreement on air services so that the two countries follow the latest developments in air transport in accordance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).

In the same context, the Minister of Transport, Zuhair Khuzaim discussed with the Head of the Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority, Imad AbdelRazzaq Abdelali the ways of enhancing bilateral cooperation between the two brotherly countries and creating new opportunities in the field of air transport that serve the common interests.

During the meeting held at the Ministry’s headquarters , Khuzaim stressed the importance of solidarity and mutual cooperation between Iraq and Syria to further promote air navigation services, enhance safety, security, facilitate air cargo and share expertise between the two countries, hailing Iraq’s firm support to Syria during the blockade and the war against it.

For his part, the Head of the Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority declared that his country  exerted every effort to enhance air traffic and increase the number of flights and passengers between the two countries, affirming that Syria is a key destination for Iraq.

He underscored the importance of strengthening cooperation between Syria and Iraq for achieving mutual economic, social and commercial development.

Basma Qaddour