Infrastructure Development & Policy Approach

Transport

Initiatives that promote sustainable public transportation in the Arab region. These initiatives focus on improving the efficiency, affordability, and accessibility of public transportation systems, with the ultimate goal of reducing air pollution and promoting sustainable urban mobility. Expanding Public Transportation Networks: Investments in expanding bus rapid transit (BRT) systems, light rail networks, and metro lines in major cities. Improving Service Quality: Increasing the frequency, reliability, and safety of public transportation services. Promoting Integrated Ticketing Systems: Implementing smart card systems that allow passengers to seamlessly transfer between different modes of public transport. Enhancing Infrastructure for Non-Motorized Transport: Developing dedicated cycling lanes and pedestrian walkways to encourage walking and cycling for short trips. Encouraging Ridership: Public awareness campaigns highlighting the benefits of using public transportation, along with potential fare subsidies or loyalty programs.

Reduced air pollution and associated health problems Decreased traffic congestion and travel times More equitable access to transportation for all residents Potential for job creation in public transportation operations and infrastructure development Improved quality of life in cities with more vibrant and connected public spaces

Governments (national, regional, local), Public Transportation Authorities, Private Sector (transit operators)can lead the solution. Transportation, Urban Planning, Public Health are affected sectors. The success of sustainable public transportation depends on a comprehensive approach that addresses infrastructure development, service quality, user experience, and integration with land-use planning. Public-private partnerships and innovative financing mechanisms can play a significant role in advancing these initiatives. https://www.sis.gov.eg/Story/242096/%D9%85%D8%B4%D8%B1%D9%88%D8%B9%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%86%D9%82%D9%84-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AC%D9%85%D8%A7%D8%B9%D9%8A-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D8%AE%D8%B6%D8%B1-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D8%B3%D8%AA%D8%AF%D8%A7%D9%85-%D8%B5%D8%AF%D9%8A%D9%82-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A8%D9%8A%D8%A6%D8%A9?lang=ar https://www.elwatannews.com/news/details/5579920 https://alj.com/ar/perspective/middle-east-mobility-in-motion/ https://www.unescwa.org/ar/events/%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%86%D9%82%D9%84-%D9%85%D9%86-%D8%A3%D8%AC%D9%84-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AA%D9%86%D9%85%D9%8A%D8%A9-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D8%B3%D8%AA%D8%AF%D8%A7%D9%85%D8%A9-%D9%81%D9%8A-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%86%D8%B7%D9%82%D8%A9-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B9%D8%B1%D8%A8%D9%8A%D8%A9-%D9%88%D8%B9%D9%84%D8%A7%D9%82%D8%AA%D9%87-%D8%A8%D9%82%D8%B6%D8%A7%D9%8A%D8%A7-%D8%AA%D8%BA%D9%8A%D9%91%D8%B1-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D9%86%D8%A7%D8%AE https://www.unescwa.org/sites/default/files/event/materials/%D8%AA%D8%B7%D9%88%D9%8A%D8%B1%20%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%86%D9%82%D9%84%20%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%85%D8%B3%D8%AA%D8%AF%D8%A7%D9%85%20%D9%81%D9%8A%20%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A8%D9%84%D8%AF%D8%A7%D9%86%20%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B9%D8%B1%D8%A8%D9%8A%D8%A9.pdf