Kazakhstan News 21 October 2026 11:54 (UTC +04:00)
Photo: Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Transport
Alyona Pavlenko
Journalist, International Desk Read more
BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 21. Kazakhstan and the Latin American Civil Aviation Commission (LACAC) discussed prospects for cooperation in civil aviation, according to Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Transport.
A meeting between Kazakh Deputy Minister of Transport Talgat Lastayev and LACAC Secretary General Jaime Binder was held in Astana on October 20, 2026.
The sides discussed international cooperation in civil aviation, strengthening interregional ties, exchanging experience and expanding interaction between the aviation authorities of Kazakhstan and Latin American countries.
They also discussed cooperation between the Eurasian Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC) and LACAC, as well as further work on a draft memorandum of understanding between the two regional organizations.
The meeting also covered cooperation within the framework of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and opportunities to expand engagement with Latin American countries.
Following the meeting, the sides expressed their interest in continuing constructive dialogue and strengthening partnerships to support the sustainable development of civil aviation.
On October 20, 2026, Aviation Safety Week 2026 opened in Astana under the auspices of ICAO, with support from Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Transport.
According to the ministry, the first day of the event also featured a ceremony to reaffirm partnerships and commitments, demonstrating support from countries and partners for strengthening global aviation safety.
During the ceremony, the United States announced its intention to provide financial support to the ICAO Aviation Security Programme. ICAO and Astana International Airport also signed a Management Service Agreement.
Aviation Safety Week brought together representatives of aviation authorities from 62 countries, along with officials from regulatory bodies, international organizations, airports and airlines, as well as experts. Participants included representatives from Brazil, Hungary, Italy, Canada, the United Arab Emirates, Portugal, the United States, Thailand, France, Ethiopia and other countries.