Colombia sourcing funds for road development

Colombia is considering additional funding for its 4G road infrastructure development programme. Private financing sources are being considered as a possible source to help pay for the third phase of the 4G road development programme. A 60km dual carriageway connecting the cities of Popayan and Pasto and a road from Cututa to Ocana may be offered as tolled routes to attract private financing. Colombia's national infrastructure agency (ANI) is discussing further funding for its 4G programme from the Latin Am
October 3, 2016 Read time: 1 min
Colombia is considering additional funding for its 4G road infrastructure development programme. Private financing sources are being considered as a possible source to help pay for the third phase of the 4G road development programme. A 60km dual carriageway connecting the cities of Popayan and Pasto and a road from Cututa to Ocana may be offered as tolled routes to attract private financing. Colombia's national infrastructure agency (ANI) is discussing further funding for its 4G programme from the Latin American Development Bank (CAF) and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB).
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