HIGHWAYS V

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The Fifth Highway Project consists of: (a) resurfacing and partial rehabilitation of about 500 km of paved roads and the provision of an initial stock of materials (bitumen) for road maintenance; (b) construction of bridges for the Antsohihy-Ambanja road; (c) improvement of road maintenance operations by strengthening MTP's central administrative organization for road maintenance; improving routine and periodic maintenance in two regional districts, including regravelling program for about 400 km of roads; and improving the mechanical workshops in five regional district centers; (d) a study to determine the most appropriate mix of labor and equipment for road maintenance and improvement works and implementation of a two-year demonstration program; (e) feasibility and detailed engineering studies for a 170 km section of road; (f) training of MTP staff by technical assistance; and (g) fellowships for MTP staff.