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Medan is one of the biggest cities in Indonesia and an important economic center in North Sumatra. With a growing population and busy roads, transportation is an important issue for the city.<\/p>\n
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Better public transportation could make daily travel easier for residents while also helping reduce traffic and dependence on private vehicles. This is where international cooperation could play an interesting role.<\/p>\n
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Germany has shown interest in supporting the development of mass transportation in Medan. The interest is part of a wider opportunity for cooperation between Germany and Indonesia in the transportation sector.<\/p>\n
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Why Does Medan Need Better Public Transport?<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n As a large and busy city, Medan has many transportation options, including city buses, angkot, and bus transit services. However, the city still needs a more integrated public transportation system.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n A previous evaluation of public transportation in Medan noted that the city had several existing operators and routes. Medan also already had the Trans Metro Deli service operating across several corridors.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Improving the system could make public transportation more convenient and encourage more people to leave their private vehicles at home.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Germany’s Interest Could Bring New Opportunities<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Germany is known for its experience in developing transportation infrastructure and urban mobility. Its interest in Medan could open opportunities for cooperation in areas such as public transport systems, infrastructure, technology, and planning.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n For Medan, cooperation with an experienced international partner could provide useful knowledge and new ideas for developing a modern transportation network.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The goal should not simply be to build new infrastructure. A successful mass transit system also needs good planning, reliable services, comfortable vehicles, proper stations, and connections between different transportation modes.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Medan Already Has a Foundation<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Medan is not starting from zero. The city has already developed public transportation services such as Trans Metro Deli.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n According to an evaluation of the Buy-the-Service program, Trans Metro Deli operated five corridors, connecting areas such as Pinang Baris, Amplas, Belawan, Medan Tuntungan, Tembung, and Lapangan Merdeka.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The city also has plans related to the development of a Bus Rapid Transit system for the wider Mebidang area, covering Medan, Binjai, and Deli Serdang.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n This shows that the development of mass transportation in Medan has already become an important part of the city’s long-term transportation planning.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Benefits for Residents<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n If developed properly, better mass transit could bring many benefits to people in Medan.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n A reliable public transport system could make commuting easier, reduce traffic congestion, and provide another option for people who do not own private vehicles. It could also support economic activities by making it easier for workers, students, and visitors to move around the city.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Better public transportation can also support a cleaner urban environment by encouraging people to use shared transportation instead of private cars and motorcycles.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Uno sguardo al futuro<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Germany’s interest in Medan’s mass transportation development could become an opportunity to improve the city’s mobility. However, successful development will require cooperation between national and local governments, international partners, transport operators, and the community.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Medan already has experience with public transportation services. The next challenge is to make different systems more connected, reliable, and comfortable.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If these efforts can be developed consistently, Medan could move closer to having a modern mass transit system that supports both its residents and its growing economy.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Saturday, 05 September 2026 Medan is one of the biggest cities in Indonesia and an important economic center in North Sumatra. With a growing population and busy roads, transportation is an important issue for the city. Better public transportation could make daily travel easier for residents while also helping reduce traffic and dependence on private vehicles. This is where international cooperation could play an interesting role. Germany has shown interest in supporting the development of mass transportation in Medan. The interest is part of a wider opportunity for cooperation between Germany and Indonesia in the transportation sector. 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