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Better urban mobility in developing countries
Problems- Solutions - Good Practices |
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Better Urban Mobility in Developing Countries
Today,developing countries are facing great challenges in their journey towards economic development,may it be socioeconomic changes, education, health, the environment. However, urban transport remains largely unaddressed. With population growth and an increase in motorization, pressure is building up on transport systems in cities of the developing world. In situations that are already difficult, socio-economic marginalisation, air and noise pollution, congestion and traffic fatalities are deeply threatening economic development and the quality of life in cities of the developing world.
For a long time, public transport was neglected, in the same way as walking or cycling, in favour of cars. However, public transport has now become part of a number of pioneer mobility policies in cities in Latin America, Asia and Africa. This trend should be generalised if the majority of the population in developing countries is to benefit from reliable and affordable transport. To achieve this goal, decision-makers must give priorities to developing sustainable transport systems that give a better place to public transport and non-motorized modes.
Though the underlying reason for travelling is the same in the developed and developing world, the challenges of urban transport differ greatly. This brochure, specific to the developing world, is not only intended to reveal urban transport problems but also to provide concrete solutions and good practices from the developing world. UITP is, more than ever, committed to the promotion of public transport for all and, in this respect, effectively addressing transport needs in developing countries. |
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Wolfgang Meyer
President UITP |
Hans Rat
Secretary General UITP |
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Phillipe Attey
Vice President UITP
African Division |
Jurandir F.R. Fernandes
Vice President UITP Latin America Division
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Hup Foi Tan
Vice President UITP
Asia-Pacific Division
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