TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, May 20. Uzbekistan’s
transport reforms aimed at increasing women’s participation in the
sector were highlighted at an international forum hosted at the
Asian Development Bank (ADB) headquarters in Manila, Trend reports via the
Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
The event featured the presentation of the Women in Transport
(WİT) network for Southeast Asia, East Asia, and the Pacific
region.
According to the ADB, women make up only 12% of the global
transport workforce, despite growing demand for more inclusive,
safe, and sustainable transport systems.
The Women in Transport network brings together industry
professionals, policymakers, and partner organizations to support
women’s participation in the sector, particularly in technical and
leadership positions.
The initiative focuses on training, mentorship, leadership
development, networking, and knowledge-sharing programs designed to
expand career opportunities for women in transport.
During the forum, international experts pointed to Uzbekistan as
one of the examples of ongoing reforms aimed at integrating gender
equality principles into the transport sector.
Participants highlighted measures introduced by Uzbekistan’s
Ministry of Transport to improve safety, accessibility, and
inclusiveness across the country’s transportation system.
Officials said Uzbekistan is increasing efforts to create safer
and more comfortable transport conditions for women and other
passengers while also encouraging greater female participation in
the industry and developing modern urban infrastructure.
Speakers at the event also emphasized the importance of
international cooperation and experience-sharing platforms in
advancing sustainable and inclusive transport development.
The forum included discussions on strategies to increase women’s
representation in technical and management roles across the
transport sector.
