The implementation of the third phase of Railway Corridor 8 in North Macedonia begins
Deputy Minister of Transport and Communications, Kaltrina Zekolli-Shaqiri, has announced that the implementation of the third phase of Railway Corridor 8 has begun, which she described as a strategic project that will position North Macedonia as an important transport hub in the Balkans.
According to Zekolli-Shaqiri, at today's Government meeting, agreements were formalized for the European Union investment grant through the Western Balkans Investment Framework (WBIF), as well as financing agreements with the European Investment Bank (EIB) and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD).
"Today, at the Government meeting, agreements for the European Union investment grant through the WBIF, as well as financing agreements with the European Investment Bank and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, were formalized, paving the way for the implementation of the third phase of the Kriva Palanka railway line - the entrance to the cross-border tunnel with Bulgaria," Zekolli-Shaqiri wrote.
She emphasized that this is one of the most important infrastructure projects for the country, which is expected to improve regional and European connectivity.
"This is one of the most important infrastructure projects for the country, which will strengthen the connection with the region and Europe, enable faster and more efficient transport of passengers and goods, and create new opportunities for economic development," the deputy minister emphasized.
Finally, Zekolli-Shaqiri underlined that the institutions remain committed to the development of modern infrastructure.
"With dedication, we continue to build modern infrastructure that moves the country forward," she concluded.
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