Seongnam Mayor Shin Sang-jin emphasized on September 16 that "advanced technology must be easily accessible to all citizens and organically connected to existing transportation systems to establish sustainable transportation."
During an online webinar hosted by the UN Economic and Social Affairs, Mayor Shin presented Seongnam's sustainable transportation policies, highlighting the city's commitment to enhancing collaboration with the international community.
The event, themed "Ensuring Sustainable Transportation Accessibility for All," attracted over 300 participants, including government officials, international organizations, and transportation sector stakeholders, who shared experiences, challenges, and cooperation strategies in promoting sustainable transportation policies.
In his presentation, Mayor Shin introduced key transportation policies in Seongnam that integrate advanced technology to improve mobility convenience, safety, and quality of life. He specifically discussed the autonomous shuttle connecting the old and new city centers, as well as the use of AI, drones, and robots for road inspections, deliveries, and safety management.
He also outlined efforts to create a sustainable transportation environment that considers both people and the environment, including expanding bicycle networks and developing eco-friendly spaces along the Tancheon River.
Mayor Shin stated, "We will strengthen cooperation with the central government, international organizations, and private enterprises to reduce the gap in technology utilization and develop pilot projects into stable public services."
Additionally, he introduced the 17th Asia High-Level Forum on Environmentally Sustainable Transportation, scheduled for March 16-19, 2027. Mayor Shin expressed his intention to make the forum a platform for governments, international organizations, cities, and businesses to share sustainable transportation policies and innovative practices.
He emphasized the importance of ensuring mobility rights for all citizens, including vulnerable groups, addressing transportation disparities between regions, and seeking practical solutions to climate crises in Seongnam.
Mayor Shin has previously showcased Seongnam's future transportation policies at UN-related international meetings, further expanding international cooperation in the field of sustainable transportation.
He reiterated, "We will enhance collaboration with the central government, international organizations, and private enterprises to reduce the gap in technology utilization and develop pilot projects into stable public services."
Looking ahead, Mayor Shin plans to integrate advanced technologies such as autonomous driving, AI, drones, and robots into citizen-centered transportation services and share Seongnam's transportation policies and innovative practices with cities worldwide during the 2027 international forum.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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