China and Singapore Sign Agreement on Aviation Security Cooperation

The CAAC and the Ministry of Transport (MOT) of Singapore signed an agreement on aviation security on Nov. 21st. The new agreement looks to further strengthen the two side’s aviation security cooperation.
According to an announcement by the MOT of Singapore, the MOU formalizes bilateral cooperation on aviation security and signifies a step forward for both parties to further engage and cooperate with each other on aviation security projects. Under the MOU, both parties agreed to enhance bilateral cooperation on areas such as aviation security policy, procedures, technology, operations, and training. Regular dialog, joint seminars, forums, and conferences could also be organized to increase the exchange of information and sharing of the best practices on civil aviation security. Commenting on the MOU, an official of the MOT said, “The Memorandum of Understanding on Aviation Security Cooperation provides both sides with greater opportunities to collaborate on policies, training, technology, and sharing of the best practices. Such cooperation will certainly enhance the level of aviation security and provide a greater level of confidence to all air travelers.”