The second day of the 9th Annual Middle East and North Africa Air Safety Investigators Conference commenced today in Jeddah, hosted by the National Transport Safety Center (NTSC), under the patronage of H.E. Eng. Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser, Minister of Transport and Logistic Services. The event welcomed global participants, including representatives from organizations, experts, and professionals specializing in aviation safety and air accident investigations. The conference aims to support the mission of the International Society of Air Safety Investigators (ISASI), while contributing to the enhancement of aviation safety and the prevention of major incidents through empowerment, knowledge exchange, and sharing best practices in major accident investigations. It further highlighted the establishment of NTSC as an independent entity encompassing all modes of transport—air, road, rail, and maritime—founded with the goal of advancing safety in line with the goals of Vision 2030 and the National Transport and Logistics Strategy. The event represents a vital global forum for collaboration in this critical field, which remains a fundamental pillar of aviation safety. Saudi Arabia has long prioritized this domain, having previously established an independent air accident investigation office in compliance with international standards and aligned with global best practices. This reflects its firm belief in the value of investigations to the foundation of safety, and its commitment to the State Safety Program to ensure quality, effectiveness, and integrity across aviation operations. As the Kingdom continues to witness unprecedented growth in civil aviation, the sector is expected to contribute 10% to national GDP, with air traffic projected to triple to 330 million passengers annually and cargo capacity to increase to 4.5 million tons by 2030. These targets raise strategic responsibilities for all institutions, including NTSC, to meet expectations under a unified national framework that supports progress and development. Saudi Vision 2030, through the National Industrial Development and Logistics Program, includes several initiatives aimed at achieving world-class levels of aviation safety. These include the establishment of advanced engineering labs, regulatory enhancements, and the qualification of national investigation personnel, reaffirming the Kingdom’s commitment to aviation safety as a top national priority. In collaboration with regional partners, the Kingdom also played a key role in launching the MENA Regional Cooperation Agreement for Accident Investigation, supported by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and the Arab Civil Aviation Organization. Since its launch in May 2022, 14 countries have joined the agreement, which has enabled joint training, expertise exchange, and technical support to advance aviation safety across the region. The event brought together participants from 22 countries, representing more than 30 local and 30 international organizations, including investigation authorities, operators, and aviation service providers.