Empowering Pedestrians: Advancing Taiwan’s Road Safety and Design
In this episode of TaiwanTalks, we delve into the question of how to enhance pedestrian safety in Taiwan. We explore a range of issues, including how the public perceives pedestrian right-of-way and the prevailing vehicle-centric mindset on Taiwan's roads. We also delve into the cultural and educational aspects that play a pivotal role in advancing road safety measures. Our guests are: Lai I-chung - Prospect Foundation President Yao-Yuan Yeh - St. Thomas University International Studies and Political Science Professor and Endowed Chair Jiho Chang - Keelung City Councilor (DPP) We also hear from: Vincent Chao - Taipei City Councilor (DPP) Donovan Smith - Political Analyst Specializing in Taiwanese Politics Chapters 0:00 Introduction 5:33 Taiwan’s storefront overhangs 10:50 Comprehending Taiwan’s pedestrian right-of-way 15:08 Pedestrian right-of-way in Japan 16:36 Interview with Vincent Chao 20:27 Vehicle-centric mindset and scramble crossings 28:17 Pedestrian scrambles in Taiwan 33:40 Interview with Donovan Smith 39:19 Pedestrian rights from a cultural perspective 44:00 Role of education and an ideal road model
