Lebanon’s land transport federations and unions held a meeting on Monday chaired by Bassam Tlais and attended by Bechara al-Asmar, President of the General Confederation of Lebanese Workers (GCTL). They discussed various issues, including the Traffic Management Authority, Vehicle Registration Authority, social security, and infractions.
They extensively addressed the Mechanics file, which has been stalled for over two years, urging the minister of interior to take action to “end this ordeal.”
They called for the reinstatement of employees whose innocence has not been proven by the courts so that residents in administrative Beirut, southern Metn, and Shouf can complete their formalities.
Concern was raised about the potential deprivation of nearly 300,000 young Lebanese men and women from obtaining driver’s licenses.
Participants also called for a thorough study on the number of Lebanese trucks operating domestically and internationally, and the number of drivers holding the necessary licenses.
They welcomed the decision by Minister of Public Works and Transport, Ali Hamiye, to reinstate public transport services in Beirut, with hopes for extension to all Lebanese regions.
Furthermore, participants reiterated their call to halt and prevent traders from illegally importing “tuk-tuks.”
Finally, it was decided that Bassam Tlais, head of the federations and unions, and Bechara al-Asmar, President of GCTL, would follow up on these issues with the prime minister and relevant ministers within a month.
