Despite improvements in road safety, world still facing 'shocking' fatality figures - Ban
On the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon is highlighting that despite improvements in road safety, the world still faces some shocking injury and fatality figures.
Road traffic in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
“I call on governments to tighten enforcement of laws on speeding, drinking and driving, and to mandate and enforce the use of seat-belts, motorcycle helmets and child restraints – all of which have been shown to save lives,” Mr. Ban said in a message.
The UN chief also stated that the international day “is a time to reflect on the needless tragedies that occur each day on the world's roads.”
According to the UN, road traffic accidents kill an estimated 1.25 million people each year ¬¬¬
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