Ukraine to involve Japan in construction of backup bridge crossings
Ukraine's Minister of Recovery, Infrastructure, and Transport Mykola Kalashnyk, Japanese Ambassador Yo Osumi, and the head of the JICA office in Ukraine, Osamu Hattori, discussed the possibility of securing backup bridge crossings.
Ukraine's Minister of Recovery, Infrastructure, and Transport Mykola Kalashnyk met with Japanese Ambassador Yo Osumi and the head of the JICA office in Ukraine, Osamu Hattori. Their discussions centered on the construction of backup bridge crossings to ensure alternative routes in case of Russian attacks on transportation infrastructure.
Kalashnyk emphasized the need for maintaining connections between banks, transporting crucial cargo, operating emergency services, and evacuating people. Japan has already supplied Ukraine with 720 meters of prefabricated bridge structures. The minister and Japanese representatives agreed to continue working together to develop effective engineering solutions.
Additionally, Kalashnyk highlighted the importance of resilient critical utility infrastructure ahead of winter. They discussed the necessity of backup power supplies for water utilities, modular boiler rooms, and equipment to ensure uninterrupted heating and water supply systems. Prioritized lists of required equipment have been submitted to JICA for a new emergency aid project.
The two countries also explored the implementation of joint recovery projects, including signing the fifth phase of the Emergency Recovery Program, which provides $15 million for infrastructure needs. The minister expressed gratitude to Japan's government, people, Embassy, and JICA team for their continuous support of Ukraine and willingness to address urgent needs.
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