Housing Minister Dr. Mohamed Muizz has state that the China Maldives Friendship Bridge, linking Male’ and Hulhule’, was being constructed at the most economical rates.
Responding to a question posed by Central Henveiru Constituency MP Ali Azim in the question time in today’s Parliament session, Dr. Muizz said that the whole project is expected to cost around US$ 210 million.
“Bridge Construction is expected to cost US$ 191, design and consultancy is around US$ 12 million. In total US$ 210 million,” he said.
Dr. Muizz noted that even though some consultants had pitched proposals of US$ 100 million, constructing a bridge to quality standards will cost more than US$ 100 million.
“Speaking personally as a person who has had experience in the sector, this is the most economical rate for a bridge,” he said.
Speaking on the construction status, Dr. Muiz added the temporary beams and platforms are nearing completion. Once completed, the beams of the bridge will be installed.
Bridge being construct at most economical cost: Dr. Muizz
