Lebanese officials agreed on Wednesday on a series of urgent actions aimed at alleviating the escalating traffic congestion in Beirut and nationwide. Key measures include repairing malfunctioning traffic lights at critical intersections and upgrading road infrastructure ahead of winter and the schools’ reopening. Expanding public transportation in Beirut and surrounding areas through a phased plan also ranked high on the agenda.
These decisions emerged from two high-level meetings: one at the Grand Serail, chaired by Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, with Minister of Interior Ahmad al-Hajjar, Internal Security Forces (ISF) Director Major General Raed Abdallah, Beirut Governor Marwan Abboud and senior security personnel in attendance; and another led by Minister Hajjar alongside the National Traffic Safety Committee, which brought together representatives from relevant ministries, agencies and specialized traffic safety organizations.
Minister Hajjar highlighted the necessity of unified efforts and enhanced coordination among stakeholders, underscoring the role of sustained public awareness campaigns, rigorous law enforcement and modernized traffic infrastructure to safeguard lives and ensure public safety.
During both meetings, officials also emphasized better deployment of traffic officers in the capital, increased operational readiness and a comprehensive review of the vehicle inspection system to improve its effectiveness and transparency.
These moves reflect the government’s ongoing commitment to address one of Lebanon’s most urgent daily challenges, directly affecting the well-being and safety of its citizens.
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