00:15 | Pozuzo (Pasco region), May. 28.
The
Ministry of Transport and Communications (MTC) signed the memorandum of understanding with the
Government of France for the execution of
Daniel Alcides Carrion Highway, which will boost economic and social development in Peru.
It also saw the presence of regional governors of Pasco, Ayacucho, Huanuco, Huancavelica, San Martin, Ucayali, and Lima Province.
"This work is also a sign that Peruvians can do great things in a short time, well done, and in a concerted manner," he added.
The agreement is titled "Memorandum of Understanding between the Ministry of Transport and Communications of Peru and the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs on Support and Assistance in the Execution of Construction Projects for Daniel Alcides Carrion Highway and Santa Rosa Road."
By signing this document, both parties express their commitment to execute the aforementioned projects.
State-of-the-art infrastructure
The highway will consist of four lanes, tunnels, viaducts, bridges, and is projected to benefit at least nine million people.
Likewise, it will reduce travel time, optimize the transfer of passengers and products, as well as boost import and export activities, among other benefits.
The approximate investment amounts to S/11.571 billion (about US$3.012 billion).
Technical consulting
On the occasion, a contract was signed for France to provide technical assistance —under the Government-to-Government modality— to the State-run agency Provías Nacional for the execution of the New Central Highway.
To this end, the French Government will establish a Project Management Office (PMO) in Peru.
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Published: 5/28/2021