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is closely monitored by the Government to ensure that they meet international standards.

Three officers from the department participated as auditors in the ICAO Universal Aviation Security Audit Programme during the year. The officers completed the ICAO aviation security audit missions for Laos, the Philippines, Indonesia and Papua New Guinea.

Centenary of Powered Flight

The aviation community jointly organised the 'Aerospace 100', a multifarious programme to celebrate the centenary of powered flight and showcase the importance of the aviation industry to Hong Kong's economy. A series of events, including an exhibition at the former Kai Tak aiport, an aviation management conference and a gala evening were held.

41st Conference of Directors General of Civil Aviation, Asia and Pacific Regions

CAD hosted the 41st Conference of Directors General of Civil Aviation, Asia and Pacific Regions between November 1 and 5. Under the aegis of the International Civil Aviation Organisation, the theme of the conference was 'Partnership in Achieving a Safe, Secure and Efficient Air Transport System through Effective Safety Oversight'. It was well attended by more than 170 delegates from 40 states/territories and organisations. The conference provided a valuable platform for experience sharing and partnership strengthening.

Home Pages

Environment, Transport and Works Bureau: http://www.etwb.gov.hk Economic Development and Labour Bureau: http://www.edlb.gov.hk Transport Department: http://www.gov.hk/td

Marine Department: http://www.mardep.gov.hk

Civil Aviation Department: http://www.cad.gov.hk

Airport Authority Hong Kong: http://www.hkairport.com