The twenty-sixth session of the Transport and Logistics Committee of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) wrapped up in Damascus on Wednesday.
The meetings focused on preparations for the upcoming Decade of Sustainable Transport 2026–2035, alongside plans to strengthen Arab integration in the sector.
Syrian officials highlighted proposals including the creation of a Supreme Council for Sustainable Transport and a national center dedicated to policy development and coordination.
Digital transformation was also emphasized, with the Ministry of Transport announcing plans for a digital platform to connect freight service providers and clients, as well as automation projects to streamline vehicle services.
Discussions addressed climate change impacts, particularly the role of transport in emergency response to wildfires and disaster preparedness.
Delegations from Saudi Arabia and Algeria praised Syria’s hosting of the session, underscoring Arab solidarity and offering to share expertise.
Saudi representatives presented recent advances in the Kingdom’s transport sector, while Algerian officials described their participation as “fruitful,” noting the importance of regional knowledge exchange.
On Tuesday, Damascus hosted the opening of the 26th ESCWA Transport and Logistics Committee at the Seven Gates Hotel, attended by high-level officials and delegates from Arab transport ministries. The meeting marks Syria’s return as a UN venue for transport discussions after a fifteen-year hiatus.
