The Asia-Pacific Road User Charging Alliance has welcomed ITS Malaysia and ITS Singapore as new members, expanding its collaborative efforts in road user charging policy and smart mobility governance across the region. The announcement was made during the 2026 International Green and Smart Mobility Forum and the 1st Asia-Pacific Road User Charging Summit held on 16 April in Taipei.
Originally established by ITS Taiwan, ITS Thailand, ITS India, and ITS New Zealand, the Alliance aims to promote dialogue and cooperation on road user charging frameworks and governance models. The inclusion of ITS Malaysia and ITS Singapore broadens the network of Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) organisations working towards sustainable transport financing.
The membership ceremony, part of the session "Shaping the Asia Pacific Path for Road User Charging," was conducted by ITS Taiwan, with founding members serving as witnesses. ITS America also participated as an international witness, highlighting the growing global interest in regional collaboration on road user charging policy.
Philip Tseng, Vice President of ITS Taiwan, stated, "Road user charging is emerging as an important policy instrument as countries respond to declining fuel tax revenues and the transition to e-mobility." He emphasised the Alliance's role in providing a platform for governments and ITS organisations to exchange experiences and develop future-ready mobility funding frameworks.
The Alliance's expansion signifies a commitment to knowledge exchange, policy dialogue, and cross-border cooperation, aiming to advance sustainable road user charging systems across the Asia-Pacific region
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