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Asia-Pacific Collaboration on Sustainable Transport

The Asia-Pacific region is pushing for sustainable transport through the adoption of electric vehicles and renewable energy sources, tackling climate change.

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Climate ChangeElectric VehiclesIndo PacificTransportationInternational CooperationSustainable Development

Economic And Social Commission For Asia And The Pacific (Escap)Ministry Of Public Works And Transport (Laos)Office Of Transport And Traffic Policy And Planning (Thailand)Ministry Of Transport (China)United Nations

Armida Salsiah AlisjahbanaSouphany HeuangkeoChutinthorn Mankhon RakLi Guanyu

What examples of progress in sustainable transport were mentioned in the article?: Laos has seen significant improvements in public transport due to new railways and the import of Chinese electric buses, while Thailand seeks partnerships and training for EV technology.
What policy recommendations were made to promote sustainable transport in the region?: ESCAP advocates for regional, national, and local policies to support public and shared vehicle fleet electrification and increase renewable energy use in electricity generation.
What role did China play in the discussion and efforts towards sustainable transport?: China shared its experiences in promoting e-mobility and pledged to continue contributing to global climate change efforts and collaborating with Asia-Pacific countries on sustainable development.
What challenges were highlighted regarding the development of green transport in the Asia-Pacific region?: Many countries have seen slow progress in green transport, with most digitization initiatives carried out nationally in isolation, hindering regional harmonization.
What was the main focus of the eighth session of the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific on Transport?: The Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) held its eighth session on transport from November 5-7 in Bangkok, focusing on low-carbon transport and sustainable development.

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