International Civil Aviation Day aims to raise global awareness of the importance of international civil aviation to the social and economic development of states, as well as ICAO’s unique role in fostering cooperation and establishing a global, rapid transit network for the benefit of all.

With the adoption of Agenda 2030 by the UN and nations world­wide, a new era in global sustainable development has begun. In this context, the role of aviation as a key driver of global connectivity is more crucial than ever, aligning with the Chicago Convention’s objectives to view international flight as a fundamental enabler of global peace and prosperity.

In 1996, the United Na­tions General Assembly de­clared 7 December to be In­ternational Civil Aviation Day. The day has been celebrated by the International Civil Avi­ation Organization (ICAO) since 7 December 1994, mark­ing the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Convention on International Civil Aviation. Every five years, coinciding with ICAO anniversaries, the ICAO Council establishes a special theme for the cele­bration of International Civil Aviation Day. In the years be­tween these anniversaries, the Council selects a single theme to cover the entire four-year period.

The Council has decided that the theme for the period leading up to 2023 will be: ‘Ad­vancing Innovation for Global Aviation Development.’ Avi­ation is a mode of transpor­tation that enables people to travel quickly between loca­tions. As technology continues to evolve, advancements in aviation must be implement­ed for the benefit of people worldwide.

As a developing country, Myanmar allocates its budget to upgrading airports and avi­ation facilities, with the private sector also working to enhance aviation services for the public. The government’s aviation ser­vices include air traffic control, navigation, and airport services for international flights. As a result, government organizations are striving to provide better services and facilities for both domestic and international flights.

In today’s technological era, everyone must enjoy fundamental human rights. No one has the authority to infringe upon the rights of others. People around the world must unite in solidarity, offering support to one another in overcoming challenges, particularly in the transportation sector. Myanmar, for its part, has always refrained from any destructive actions in aviation services and remains ready to assist other countries by providing aviation support for disaster relief. To date, Myanmar and its neighbouring countries continue to cooperate in maintaining aviation services for their people, contributing to the global development of aviation.