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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced that its 82nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in June 2026. The event will be hosted by LATAM Airlines Group.
"We are excited to accept LATAM’s offer to host IATA’s 82nd AGM in Rio de Janeiro," said Willie Walsh, IATA’s Director General. He noted that the last time the AGM was held in South America was in 1999, also in Rio. Walsh emphasized the opportunity to review two decades of development and the role of air connectivity in supporting major world events like the FIFA World Cup and the Olympics. He highlighted that meeting in South America's largest aviation market underscores aviation's potential as a strategic force for social and economic prosperity.
Roberto Alvo, CEO of LATAM Airlines Group, expressed pride in hosting the AGM. "LATAM is proud to host the IATA AGM in Brazil in 2026, the main market for our airline group connecting South America to the world," he said. Alvo looks forward to showcasing aviation's contributions and potential across Brazil and South America while ensuring a memorable experience for attendees.
