A delegation from the Colombian Road Safety Agency visited El Salvador this week to meet with local authorities from the Vice Ministry of Transportation (VMT), as part of ongoing efforts to enhance international road safety cooperation across Latin America.

The visit included a strategic meeting with Bessy Guzmán, Executive Director of the Fund for the Care of Victims of Traffic Accidents (FONAT), and Félix Serrano, General Director of Traffic. Officials discussed shared experiences and strategies to improve inter-institutional collaboration and reduce road traffic fatalities.

“We shared our National Road Safety Plan 2024–2030 and the actions we have implemented in recent years to prevent and reduce road deaths,” the VMT reported.

Focus on Road Safety Education for Children

A central topic of the meeting was El Salvador’s commitment to road safety education within the school system. Authorities presented the creation of education and safety committees and the implementation of road signage near schools, aimed at improving pedestrian safety for students.

These efforts are part of a broader initiative to instill traffic awareness and safety culture from an early age, with the goal of building more responsible generations of drivers and pedestrians.

Traffic Flow Improvements in San Salvador

The VMT also showcased its newly installed traffic control system at the Los Próceres Boulevard and Pan-American Highway intersection, one of the capital’s busiest transit points. Activated during morning rush hours, the system has significantly eased traffic congestion in an area previously known for heavy delays.

Authorities reminded motorists to respect traffic regulations and the new control system to ensure optimal traffic flow and road safety.

Public Enforcement Actions on the Pan-American Highway

In response to a citizen complaint, the VMT reported issuing a fine to the driver of vehicle P 1327E for reckless driving on Route 100-A. The driver was penalized for disputing the right of way and dangerously navigating curves, placing other road users at risk.

“We urge all drivers to avoid reckless behavior and to respect traffic laws to ensure the safety of everyone on the road,” the VMT emphasized.

This bilateral exchange marks another step in El Salvador’s regional leadership in road safety, underscoring its commitment to reducing traffic-related fatalities and improving urban mobility through collaboration and innovation.

For more information on El Salvador’s road safety strategies, visit the official website of the Vice Ministry of Transportation: https://www.vmt.gob.sv.