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The Minister of Transport, Ștefan Ovidiu Popa, announced that the construction of the Express Road connecting Brăila and Galați is nearing completion, with 98% progress. The Romanian contractor UMB is finalizing the last interventions, including work on the cable-stayed bridge. Upcoming tasks include completing slabs, waterproofing, installing parapets, and paving. The project spans 10.76 kilometers and is funded by European funds, with a contract value of 449.4 million lei, excluding VAT. Popa emphasized the importance of ensuring safety before opening the road to traffic.

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