ROAD SAFETY/Taiwan crosswalk system could get shake-up in bid for safety: MOTC
03/22/2024 08:29 PM
Taiwan could see more green and white pedestrian crossings and more distance allotted for turning vehicles at intersections if a planned traffic amendment focused on improving pedestrian safety is implemented, according to the Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MOTC).
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