Ajloun Celebrates World Traffic Day - Jordan News
Ajloun Celebrates World Traffic Day The governorate of Ajloun celebrated World Traffic Day and Arab Traffic Week today, Tuesday, under the slogan: "Slow down—A life is ahead of you."
اضافة اعلان During the ceremony, Ajloun Governor Naif Al-Hdayat said that the occasion serves as a moment to reflect on the significant achievements made in road safety, while also acknowledging the painful losses caused by traffic accidents, which call for fostering a traffic culture based on respect for the law. He highlighted that the new Traffic Law of 2023 and the National Road Safety Strategy for 2024–2026, along with its provincial implementation plans, are part of structured efforts aimed at improving the traffic environment and reducing accidents. Ajloun Police Director, Brigadier General Wasfi Al-Azzam, emphasized that road safety is a major national responsibility and a key pillar in protecting lives and property. He noted that the Public Security Directorate implements comprehensive traffic plans aligned with royal directives that prioritize traffic safety as a national concern. He added that adherence to traffic rules reflects the awareness and civility of societies, calling for enhanced traffic education in schools and universities, as well as support for community initiatives that promote road safety, aiming for a safer traffic environment. The event featured film screenings and a play highlighting the dangers of road accidents, along with the distribution of awareness brochures. The celebration concluded with the honoring of several drivers, supporters, traffic officers, and Ajloun police personnel.
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Ajloun Celebrates World Traffic Day The governorate of Ajloun celebrated World Traffic Day and Arab Traffic Week today, Tuesday, under the slogan: "Slow down—A life is ahead of you." اضافة اعلان During the ceremony, Ajloun Governor Naif Al-Hdayat said that the occasion serves as a moment to reflect on the significant achievements made in road safety, while also acknowledging the painful losses caused by traffic accidents, which call for fostering a traffic culture based on respect for the law. He highlighted that the new Traffic Law of 2023 and the National Road Safety Strategy for 2024–2026, along with its provincial implementation plans, are part of structured efforts aimed at improving the traffic environment and reducing accidents. Ajloun Police Director, Brigadier General Wasfi Al-Azzam, emphasized that road safety is a major national responsibility and a key pillar in protecting lives and property. He noted that the Public Security Directorate implements comprehensive traffic plans aligned with royal directives that prioritize traffic safety as a national concern. He added that adherence to traffic rules reflects the awareness and civility of societies, calling for enhanced traffic education in schools and universities, as well as support for community initiatives that promote road safety, aiming for a safer traffic environment. The event featured film screenings and a play highlighting the dangers of road accidents, along with the distribution of awareness brochures. The celebration concluded with the honoring of several drivers, supporters, traffic officers, and Ajloun police personnel. — (Petra News)
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