ASTANA, Kazakhstan, April 7. About 50 experts
from 23 countries, members of the World Road Association (PIARC or
Permanent International Association of Road Congresses), gathered
in Kazakhstan, Trend reports via the Ministry of Transport of
Kazakhstan.
The meeting was opened by the Minister of Transport of Kazakhstan,
Marat Karabaev. In his welcome speech, the minister emphasized the
importance of strengthening partnerships in road infrastructure, as
well as the significance of implementing advanced solutions and
sharing best practices for the sustainable development of the
industry.
Honorary President of PIARC, Nazir Ali, expressed gratitude for
the warm welcome and noted the high level of organization of the
event. According to him, joint efforts allow for building
sustainable and safe transport systems.
"During the meeting, participants are discussing the areas of
PIARC’s work for 2025–2029. Among the key topics are the
development of new approaches in road design and operation,
improving safety, applying sustainable technologies, and updating
regulatory standards," the Ministry of Transport of Kazakhstan said
in its statement.
The first PIARC meeting held in Kazakhstan highlights the growing
importance of Kazakhstan on the international transport cooperation
stage and opens new opportunities for fruitful collaboration.
In 2023, Kazakhstan became a member of the Executive Committee of
the association for the first time in its history, receiving a
four-year mandate.
PIARC, the World Road Association, serves as a global platform for the discourse surrounding the multifaceted dimensions of roadway systems and their intricate networks. The establishment of the association occurred in the year 1909. PIARC is a recognized international platform uniting road industry experts from over 140 countries. The association’s mission is to promote global knowledge exchange, shape modern approaches, and strengthen professional cooperation in the field of road infrastructure.
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