As part of the commitment of the Arab Civil Aviation Organization (ACAO) and its international and regional partners to promote innovation and develop effective cybersecurity strategies, ACAO, the European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC), and the African Civil Aviation Commission (AFCAC) held the 4th Regional Symposium on Innovation and Cybersecurity in Casablanca on 25–26 June 2025.

The symposium focused on the following key areas:

•     The impact of innovation, modern technology, and innovative solutions in enhancing aviation security;
•     The role of technology in addressing current and emerging threats to civil aviation security;
•     Challenges faced by airports in implementing technological innovations and deploying smart aviation security systems;
•     Cyber threats and strengthening cybersecurity in connected systems.

The event was attended and moderated by 20 international experts, with 95 participants from 38 Arab, African, and European countries, alongside regional organizations and aviation industry representatives. Twenty international experts delivered presentations and interventions on relevant topics.
This symposium reflects the commitment of ACAO and its partners to enhancing the efficiency and security of civil aviation at the regional level.