Ghana has joined 192 other member states of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) at its 42nd Triennial Assembly in Montreal, with Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe leading the country’s delegation.
The two-week programme, which opened on 23 September 2025, runs until 3 October 2025. It brings together governments, regulators, and aviation experts to deliberate on ICAO’s work programme covering safety, security, legal, economic, and technical cooperation matters.
At the opening ceremony, ICAO Council President Salvatore Sciacchitano urged member states to intensify collaboration to address emerging challenges.
“Civil aviation is at a crossroads, facing pressing issues such as cybersecurity threats, climate change, and uneven access to aviation technologies,” Sciacchitano said. “The Assembly must demonstrate unity and ambition to ensure that no state is left behind as we transform the future of aviation.”
Mr. Nikpe is scheduled to address the Assembly on 27 September 2025, where he will highlight Ghana’s achievements in aviation safety, infrastructure development, and regulatory reforms.
He is also expected to rally support for African states seeking election or re-election to ICAO’s governing body.
“Ghana stands firmly with our African partners as we pursue stronger representation at ICAO,” Mr. Nikpe said ahead of his address. “Together, we will ensure Africa’s voice is heard in shaping global aviation policy, particularly in the areas of safety, sustainability, and innovation.”
Ghana’s track record at ICAO remains strong. At the 40th Assembly in 2019, the country received two ICAO Council President’s Certificates in Aviation Security and Safety after achieving an Effective Implementation (E.I.) rate of 89.89 per cent—one of the highest among African states.
Ghana is expected to use the Assembly to deepen cooperation with other states, promote regional solidarity, and contribute to shaping global aviation policies on safety, sustainability, and technological innovation.