The International Civil Aviation Organization's 36-member Council elected Japan's Toshiyuki Onuma as its new President for a three-year term beginning 1 January 2026. Onuma, Japan's representative, replaces Salvatore Sciacchitano after the latter's two terms; he will chair ICAO's governing body through 2028, guiding global regulatory priorities.
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The ICAO Council presidency directs the agency’s regulatory agenda; Onuma’s three-year term (from 1 Jan 2026) will shape global standards for safety, air navigation modernization and environmental measures that affect airlines, OEMs and regulators.
As head of the 36-member governing body, Onuma will lead decisions on certification, operational rules and international agreements that can alter compliance requirements and market access for industry stakeholders.
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