CARICOM Thanks Qatar for Aviation Scholarships and Training

Qatari officials pose for photograph with Caribbean aviation students in Doha. Photo by CARICOM.

Introduction to the Partnership

CARICOM has thanked the Government of Qatar for offering scholarships and training to young people from the Caribbean who want to work in aviation.

Meeting with Qatari Officials

A group from CARICOM attended an international aviation conference in Qatar and met with His Excellency Mohammed Faleh Al-Hajri, Acting President of the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority.

During the visit, Caribbean students who are studying in Qatar met with Dr. Pauline Yearwood from the CARICOM Secretariat. The group also included a student from Guyana and one from Uganda.

Aviation Training and Graduation

While figures are not available for how many Caribbean pilots have graduated in Qatar, In 2022 QAA celebrated the graduation of 90 students across various aviation disciplines. While this figure includes students from multiple countries, it reflects Qatar’s commitment to training international aviation professionals.

Delegates and Representatives

Qatari officials met with the students and Caribbean representatives. Ambassador David Prendergast and Dr. Yearwood from the CARICOM Secretariat were joined by delegates from Antigua and Barbuda, The Bahamas, Belize, Guyana, and Jamaica.

Conclusion and Future Cooperation

CARICOM thanked Qatar for inviting them to the conference and for the warm welcome. They said they hope to keep working with Qatar to improve aviation in the Caribbean.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the partnership between CARICOM and Qatar is a significant step towards enhancing aviation in the Caribbean. The scholarships and training offered by Qatar will provide opportunities for young people from the region to pursue careers in aviation.