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Reconstruction of Bishkek-Torugart Road Project

Kyrgyz Republic

Borrower Kyrgyz Republic
Financing Type Public Sector
Instrument Project Loan
Focus Area Transportation
Approved 16.03.2010
Signed 09.06.2011
Status Completed
Loan Administrator ISDB
Executing Agency Ministry of Transport and Communication (MOTC)
Co-financiers ADFD, KFAED, ISDB, SFD, Government
OPEC Fund Contribution (US$m) 7.40
Total Project Cost (US$m) 69.25

The 93 km-long Dolon Pass – Char Pass section of the Bishkek – Torugart Road, has deteriorated in parts as a result of overloaded vehicles and severe weather conditions, as well as inadequate maintenance. The project will therefore:

  • realign and reconstruct the road section in order to accommodate heavier vehicles and improve drivers’ visibility;
  • carrying out of flood protection measures, such as construction of ditches, concrete pipes and culverts;
  • installation of traffic and road safety devices installed;
  • procurement of maintenance equipment.
The newly rehabilitated road will help enhance trade and flow of passenger and freight traffic between Kyrgyz and neighboring Kazakhstan and China.

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