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Asia-Pacific Tackles Sustainable Transport
The Asia-Pacific region grapples with sustainable transport development, with a focus on low-carbon solutions and regional collaboration.
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Climate ChangeElectric VehiclesIndo PacificTransportationSustainable DevelopmentClimate ActionRegional Cooperation
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 policy recommendations did ESCAP make to promote sustainable transport?
- 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 was China's contribution and commitment to regional sustainable transport efforts?
- China shared its experiences in promoting e-mobility and expressed willingness to collaborate with Asia-Pacific countries for sustainable development and a better future.
- How have Laos and Thailand benefited from or approached the development of electric vehicle technologies?
- 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 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.