BAKU, Azerbaijan, August 20. On August 19, the Latvian government approved the Ministry of Transport’s initiative to sign an air transport agreement with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, strengthening Latvia’s aviation sector and enhancing its competitiveness, Trend reports.
The agreement between the Government of the Republic of Latvia and the Government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia was scheduled to be signed during the 42nd Assembly of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), taking place in Montreal from September 23 to October 3, 2025.
The objective of the accord was to delineate a regulatory
structure for the systematic operation of aerial services between
Latvia and Saudi Arabia. The document delineated the entitlements
of Latvian and Saudi carriers, stipulations for the initiation of
scheduled passenger and freight operations, as well as the
regulatory frameworks that both parties are mandated to adhere to.
The accord encompassed stipulations regarding aeronautical safety
protocols, equitable competitive practices, tariff determination
frameworks, fiscal obligations, reciprocal acknowledgment of
credentials and certifications, as well as mechanisms for conflict
resolution.
Upon implementation, the accord was anticipated to enhance the
operational framework of Latvian carriers and augment the portfolio
of destinations accessible to travelers. Fostering synergistic
partnerships in the aviation sector with Saudi Arabia has the
potential to enhance regional interconnectivity across the Middle
East and Southwest Asia moving forward.
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