Discussions have been held yesterday on conducting a pre-feasibility study on the Thilafushi to UthuruThilaFalhu (UTF) Bridge via Giraavaru.
Discussions have been held yesterday on conducting a pre-feasibility study on the Thilafushi to UthuruThilaFalhu (UTF) Bridge via Giraavaru.
In a post on social media platform X, Minister of Construction and Infrastructure Dr Abdulla Muththalib said that he had met with the currently visiting high level delegation from the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) yesterday, where the discussions focused on this feasibility study.
"This project is set to pave the way for future connectivity and progress in the region, driving economic growth and enhancing regional integration," the ministry said.
Today, Minister Dr. Abdulla Muththalib met with the Senior Officials of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) Mission, where discussions centered around conducting the pre-feasibility study for the Thilafushi to UTF Bridge Project via Giraavaru. This project is set to… pic.twitter.com/VZUZI3rljc
— Ministry of Construction and Infrastructure (@MoCImv) September 17, 2024
The bridge was announced by President Dr Mohamed Muizzu in this year's Independence Day ceremony. He said then that work on this bridge would commence in 2026, and be completed within three years.
Former President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih's administration had also had plans to build this bridge, however it was not contracted at the time.
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