New Delhi, November 13: India, Oman and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have agreed to establish a technical trilateral committee to address operational challenges affecting regional airspace and international flight operations amid rising geopolitical tensions in West Asia.
The announcement was made by Union Civil Aviation Minister K. Ram Mohan Naidu following his meeting with UAE Minister of Economy and Tourism Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri on Thursday, November 12.
In a post on social media platform X, Naidu said that both sides had agreed to establish a technical committee comprising India, Oman and the UAE to address operational difficulties and develop coordinated solutions.
The proposed committee aims to improve coordination among the three countries and address challenges faced by airlines operating through West Asian airspace.
The evolving geopolitical situation in the region has affected aviation operations, with airspace restrictions and flight disruptions creating difficulties for international airlines, including Indian carriers.
According to reports, several Indian airline operations to destinations such as Jeddah, Riyadh and Dammam have faced disruptions during November.
The meeting also laid the groundwork for upcoming technical discussions between the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) regions of the Middle East (MID) and Asia-Pacific (APAC), scheduled to take place later this month.
The discussions are expected to focus on regional airspace operations and possible coordinated measures to address aviation-related challenges.
The trilateral initiative reflects efforts by India, Oman and the UAE to strengthen cooperation in civil aviation and improve coordination during a period of regional uncertainty.
The development is particularly significant for international air connectivity, as the Gulf region serves as an important transit corridor for flights connecting Asia, Europe and Africa.