PERCEPTION OF TRANSPORT-TERRITORY AND TRANSPORT-CITY ANALYSIS: STRATEGIES FOR MEDITERRANEAN CITIES IN ALGERIA AND ITALY

The transport sector is a crucial lever for economic, social, and territorial development, playing a key role in regional integration and population mobility. In Algeria, significant efforts are underway to modernize transport infrastructure. These initiatives address the challenges of rapid urbanization and growing demand for mobility, while promoting ecological and sustainable solutions. At the same time, Italy, with its advanced infrastructure, is focusing on sustainability and innovation to modernize an already well-developed transport network, including metros, streetcars, high-speed trains, and freeways. The two countries illustrate complementary dynamics: Algeria is undertaking ambitious projects to address existing gaps, while Italy is adapting its infrastructure to contemporary challenges such as managing urban congestion and upgrading aging assets. Finally, sustainability and social equity lie at the core of transport policies in both Algeria and Italy, with accessible and environmentally friendly solutions aimed at reducing social inequalities and promoting more livable cities. These efforts reflect a transition toward transport systems that support a resilient and environmentally sustainable future.