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Traffic Safety Chief Reports Over 740 Road Deaths in 2023
The President of the Road Safety Association in Tunisia stated that traffic accidents since the beginning of the year have resulted in over 740 deaths and thousands of injuries. This alarming rate calls for strengthening policies and investing in prevention measures to reduce the number of casualties. He explained that traffic accidents represent a form of "traffic terrorism" and emphasized the need to develop a more modern traffic system aligned with contemporary advancements to ensure citizens' safety. The World Health Organization pointed out that 1.1 million people die globally each year due to road accidents, with about 3,000 fatalities daily, urging the adoption of effective preventive strategies. On the global and Arab levels, it was noted that the Middle East accounts for 11% of the world's traffic accidents. The organization stresses the importance of protecting workers by improving transportation methods and strengthening prevention programs in order to reduce human losses and achieve road safety.
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