{"id":6389,"date":"2022-06-02T12:07:19","date_gmt":"2022-06-02T04:07:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wpx2.abu.org.my\/?p=6389"},"modified":"2023-09-12T15:44:49","modified_gmt":"2023-09-12T07:44:49","slug":"national-transport-policy-of-pakistan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sar-climate.adpc.net\/index.php\/2022\/06\/02\/national-transport-policy-of-pakistan\/","title":{"rendered":"National Transport Policy of Pakistan"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The National Transport Policy of Pakistan 2018<\/a><\/strong><\/span> discusses the state of the country’s transport sector and emphasizes its critical role in socioeconomic development.<\/p>\n

The Government of Pakistan has invested in transport through programs like CPEC and CAREC but recognizes the need for a cohesive policy framework. The policy aims to modernize the sector, outlining a vision, objectives, and implementation strategies.<\/p>\n

Pakistan’s population is rapidly urbanizing, with a projected 50% urbanization by 2050. While economic growth is steady, job creation and investment remain challenges. Transport contributes significantly to GDP but needs further growth for job opportunities.<\/p>\n

Transport flows are categorized into international, inter-urban, urban, and rural. Road and rail dominate inter-urban transport, while rural areas lack connectivity, hindering economic growth.<\/p>\n

Challenges include unbalanced development, divided responsibilities, outdated legislation, underinvestment in railways, slow aviation growth, port connectivity issues, and environmental concerns. Women face mobility barriers, limiting access to services and opportunities.<\/p>\n

In summary, Pakistan’s transport sector faces numerous challenges, but government initiatives and the National Transport Policy aim to address them, recognizing the sector’s vital role in the nation’s development.<\/p>\n

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The Policy was retrieved from the Planning Commission, Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives (MoPDSI)<\/a><\/strong><\/span> and approved in June 2018.<\/p>\n

Recent Updates: <\/strong><\/p>\n

On 19 June 2018, it was reported that rural roads will remain vital<\/a><\/strong><\/span> for providing access to local communities and public services, while urban roads will be designed to support efficient and effective urban transport.<\/p>\n

On 2 June 2018, it was reported that the Pakistan National Transport Policy 2018 will promote electric and other low-carbon transport<\/a><\/strong><\/span> to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, phasing out of the internal combustion engine.<\/p>\n

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