By Liza Soriano
MANILA — Senator Mark Villar has joined riders in celebrating Road Safety Month, emphasizing the priority of safety for cyclists and motorists.
“I am one with the celebration of ‘Road Safety Month’ this month. We are united in advancing the safety of cyclists, motorists, and commuters who traverse our roads,” Villar said.
“We are also advocating for increased public awareness regarding the impact of road safety on our health and economy,” the senator added.
According to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), road traffic deaths reached an all-time high of 11,096 in 2021 and remain the leading cause of death among Filipinos aged 15-29 years old.
“With each life lost in these accidents, there are families affected,” he emphasized.
Villar also promotes green infrastructures that can withstand the test of time and facilitate the comprehensive, sustainable development of the economy and the nation.
(el Amigo/MNM)
