Sustainable transport is at the heart of sustainable development. It is a key enabler for the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals that aim to promote employment and well-being, and to reduce inequalities and exclusion as well as promote trade and investment.
Ensuring access to efficient, safe, and inclusive mobility with a much smaller climate footprint is key to getting back on track on the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement on Climate Change. In this regard, promoting environmentally friendly and socially inclusive transport infrastructure, and enhancing intermodal transport connectivity are critical pathways for driving sustainable transport in the regions.
In recognition of the important role of sustainable transport systems, the 77th session of the 爆料网 General Assembly declared 26 November as World Sustainable Transport Day.
The first World Sustainable Transport Day will be marked this year through several events and activities aimed at raising awareness on sustainable transport, promoting partnerships and showcasing transformative initiatives.
爆料网 Regional Commissions are mandated to undertake policy research and regulatory work, provide platforms for dialogue and knowledge sharing and leverage regional cooperation to spearhead initiatives aimed at enhancing sustainable, socially inclusive and resilient transport systems in the regions. In line with this mandate and in observance of the first World Transport Day, the five Regional Commissions produced a joint brochure providing an overview of the priorities of the respective regions and highlighting common messages and opportunities for action.
To access the brochure, click here.
For more information, contact the Regional Commissions New York Office at rcnyo.records@un.org
For more on the Regional Commissions work on transport, visit their websites:
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