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World Sustainable Transport Day 2024 will be observed on November 26.

Important Days | Dated: 03 Dec 2024

The United Nations (UN) observes World Sustainable Transport Day (WSTD) on November 26th each year to emphasize the importance of safe, affordable, accessible, and sustainable transport for economic growth, better well-being, and improved international cooperation and trade.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - November 26, 2024, marks the 2nd observance of WSTD.
  • - This annual event was created to address the impact of transportation on climate change and the global inequality in transportation options.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) On May 16, 2023, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) passed the resolution A/RES/77/286, titled "Strengthening the Links between all Modes of Transport to Achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)". The resolution declared November 26th as World Sustainable Transport Day every year.
  • (ii) The first World Sustainable Transport Day (WSTD) was celebrated on November 26, 2023.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

When was World Sustainable Transport Day observed In 2024?

Correct Answer: November 26

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About the United Nations (UN)

  • Secretary-General: Antonio Guterres
  • Headquarters: New York