Air Services Agreement between Barbados and Qatar
Government of Barbados Signs Air Services Agreement with Qatar
[Minister of Tourism and International Transport, Ian Gooding-Edghill (left) and President of the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority, Mohamed Faleh Alhajri, shake hands following the signing of an air services agreement between Barbados and Qatar]()
The Government of Barbados has signed an air services agreement (ASA) with Qatar, marking a significant step towards strengthening ties between the two countries and promoting more excellent regional air connectivity in the Caribbean while expanding international cooperation and diplomatic ties in the Middle East.
The signing of the agreement
The agreement was signed in Doha, Qatar, over the last weekend by the Minister of Tourism and International Transport, Ian Gooding-Edghill, and the President of the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority, Mohamed Faleh Alhajri. This marks an important step towards deepening ties between Barbados and Qatar, setting the foundation for enhanced collaboration in the aviation sector and creating new opportunities to explore air connectivity between our regions, according to Minister Gooding-Edghill.
Qatar’s Aviation Sector
Qatar is home to one of the world’s busiest airports and largest airlines, known internationally for its sophisticated aviation technology. The ASA gives designated airlines from both countries the flexibility to operate without directional or geographical limitations, facilitating greater cooperation in areas such as tourism, capacity-building, and scholarships.
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways is a state-owned carrier and a member of the One World Alliance, which includes legacy carriers American Airlines and British Airways. The airline operates in destinations across Africa, Central Asia, the Middle East, North America, and South America, and has extensive code-sharing agreements in place. These agreements would benefit travelers and participating airports by making transfers for long-haul travel more efficient.
Capacity-Building and Technical Assistance
The Barbados delegation, led by Minister Gooding-Edghill, will also explore opportunities for technical assistance and capacity-building in civil aviation with Qatar.
Conclusion
The signing of the air services agreement between Barbados and Qatar marks a significant step towards strengthening ties between the two countries and promoting more excellent regional air connectivity in the Caribbean while expanding international cooperation and diplomatic ties in the Middle East.
FAQs
- What is the purpose of the air services agreement between Barbados and Qatar?
The agreement aims to strengthen ties between the two countries and promote more excellent regional air connectivity in the Caribbean while expanding international cooperation and diplomatic ties in the Middle East. - What are the benefits of the air services agreement?
The agreement gives designated airlines from both countries the flexibility to operate without directional or geographical limitations, facilitating greater cooperation in areas such as tourism, capacity-building, and scholarships. - What is Qatar Airways?
Qatar Airways is a state-owned carrier and a member of the One World Alliance, which includes legacy carriers American Airlines and British Airways. The airline operates in destinations across Africa, Central Asia, the Middle East, North America, and South America, and has extensive code-sharing agreements in place.