Promoting sustainable transport for inclusive development

With half the world’s people now living in cities and towns, the provision of integrated and inclusive urban transportation systems is a critical challenge in the region. Meanwhile, the increasing numbers of fatalities due to road accidents in the region are a major cause for concern requiring urgent action. These two substantive issues, urban mobility and road safety will be further explored in this chapter, with innovative strategies and policies that could make transportation more sustainable and inclusive in the region. Examples of initiatives and projects that are making positive change will also be showcased.

Related Subject(s): Transportation and Public Safety