Africa cites growth in push for greater representation at UN's aviation body

African Union Commissioner for Infrastructure and Energy, Lerato Mataboge, (in headscarf) addresses the Africa Coordination Meeting at the 42nd International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Assembly in Montreal.

African nations are making a coordinated push for greater representation on the governing council of the United Nations' aviation agency, arguing that a stronger voice is essential to shape global rules that affect the world's fastest-growing travel market.

The campaign for more seats at the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) is a central theme for the 54-nation African bloc at its 42nd Assembly in Montreal. The continent is presenting eight candidates for the 36-seat ICAO Council, a powerful body that governs international civil aviation between the triennial assemblies.