Arab Academy Hosts Sessions on Transport Cooperation and Green Hydrogen Supply Chain in Cairo
Key Ideas
- The Arab Academy in Cairo will host sessions discussing the enhancement of Arab cooperation in transport and logistics, supporting transport infrastructure development, and economic integration among Arab states.
- Topics include establishing an Arab mechanism for ship repair, the role of AI in transport development, an agreement for maritime transport procedures, and standardizing driving and rest periods for drivers.
- The sessions will also review proposals such as establishing a maritime safety agency, managing ship traffic in the Red Sea, and enhancing cooperation in civil aviation.
- An upcoming workshop will focus on developing a supply chain for green hydrogen, aiming to enhance Arab-European cooperation in clean energy and sustainable transportation.
The Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport in Cairo is set to host the 73rd session of the Executive Office of the Council of Arab Transport Ministers and the 37th session of the Council. The discussions will revolve around various topics aimed at enhancing Arab cooperation in transport and logistics, supporting infrastructure development, and promoting economic integration among Arab member states to achieve sustainable development goals. Key agenda items include establishing an Arab mechanism for ship repair, the role of artificial intelligence in enhancing the transport sector, agreements on maritime transport procedures, and standardizing driving and rest periods for truck and bus drivers to ensure safety in the land transport sector.
Moreover, the sessions will address proposals like establishing a maritime safety agency, managing ship traffic in the Red Sea, and enhancing cooperation in civil aviation by exchanging exemptions from taxes and customs duties on Arab air transport activities. The discussions will also involve supporting Saudi Arabia's proposal to re-nominate some Arab countries for membership in the International Maritime Organization's Executive Council, and reviewing the status of Arab agreements in the transport sector. Additionally, an upcoming workshop in collaboration with the European Union and the League of Arab States will focus on preparing a study for establishing a supply chain for green hydrogen. The workshop aims to highlight successful experiences in green hydrogen from countries like Qatar, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and others, with the goal of achieving sustainable development and enhancing the sustainability of transportation in Arab countries.
Topics
Green Hydrogen
Clean Energy
Sustainable Development
Logistics
Economic Integration
Maritime Safety
Transport Cooperation
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