1999News

World Bank finances construction of highways leading to tourism areas

The World Bank will be financing the construction or reconstruction of several roads that are of interest to travelers. A tender is being called for work at the Barahona-Enriquillo (47.25 kilometers); Higuey-Nisibón-Miches (84.6 kms.), Hato Mayor-Sabana de la Mar (43.90); and Jarabacoa-Manabao (19.95 kms.). The deadline for bids is 23 August. For more information, contact the Ministry of Public Works at Tel. 565-2811, Ext. 5162.