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Jordan hosts regional aviation and special operations conferences

Jordan has commenced two significant regional gatherings in Amman. The 37th regional meeting of the International Federation of Air Traffic Controllers' Associations (IFATCA) for Africa and the Middle East was opened by Minister of Transport and Labor Dr. Nidal Al-Qatamin, representing Prince Faisal bin Al Hussein.

The meeting focuses on enhancing air navigation safety, investing in human expertise, and aligning training programs with international standards to meet the evolving needs of the aviation sector. Discussions include managing air traffic controller workloads and integrating technological advancements into air traffic management.

Simultaneously, Prince Faisal bin Al Hussein patronized the launch of the Middle East Special Operations Commanders (MESOC) conference. The event features over 400 official delegates from 75 countries and 350 exhibiting companies from 38 nations.

The conference aims to discuss developments in defense and security industries, focusing on modern technologies such as unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and anti-drone systems. Participants are exploring strategies to address complex security challenges through international cooperation and institutional integration.

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IFATCA · Jordan · MESOC · Nidal Al-Qatamin · Prince Faisal bin Al Hussein