Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Egypt Independent
Published on 2024-03-11 11:44:19
The Egyptian House of Representatives recently made some significant changes to the traffic law in the country. These changes include increasing license plate fees from LE115 to LE600, banning tuk-tuks, introducing a new quadricycle vehicle for transportation, and implementing new regulations for dealing with dilapidated and abandoned cars.
Representative Ali al-Assas presented the Defense Committee’s report on the proposed amendments to the traffic law during a plenary session. He highlighted the Interior Ministry’s efforts to implement an integrated electronic traffic system, emphasizing the importance of digital transformation in improving service sectors and enhancing traffic safety. The ministry is also working on developing secure and non-forgeable traffic plates that are compatible with the smart transportation system.
Assas explained that the government is focused on developing the transportation system to provide safe vehicles for citizens. One key aspect of this plan is addressing the proliferation of tuk-tuks, which have become increasingly common across all governorates and have contributed to a rise in criminal activities. To tackle this issue, the proposal was made to introduce a new small means of transportation that can replace tuk-tuks and operate on designated routes away from main roads.
Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Alaa Fouad emphasized that the amendments to the Traffic Law aim to legalize the conditions of tuk-tuks in order to combat lawlessness and prevent criminal activities facilitated by these vehicles. The goal is to ensure compliance with the law and prevent any attempts to evade regulations or misuse license plates.
In addition to these changes, the parliament also approved the introduction of a light quadricycle vehicle, which will be subject to specific regulations similar to those for tuk-tuks. This new vehicle is intended to provide an alternative mode of transportation that meets the safety standards and regulatory requirements set by the government.
Overall, the amendments to the traffic law reflect the government’s commitment to enhancing transportation systems, promoting traffic safety, and addressing issues related to unauthorized vehicles and criminal activities. By increasing license plate fees, banning tuk-tuks, introducing new transportation options, and establishing regulations for dealing with abandoned vehicles, the Egyptian House of Representatives aims to create a safer and more efficient traffic environment for all citizens.
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