The Italian government approved a multibillion-euro bridge linking Sicily to the mainland, resolving longstanding debates about its feasibility. The project, budgeted at 13.5 billion euros, is set to begin in the fall. Spanning 3.7 kilometers, it will take 10 years to complete, aiming for a 2032-33 finish. The bridge's construction intends to counter seismic risks and mafia infiltration, with Transport Minister Matteo Salvini emphasizing the need for vigilance against criminal involvement in the project.
The Italian government has approved the construction of a multibillion-euro bridge linking Sicily to the mainland, setting aside 13.5bn for the project.
Transport Minister Matteo Salvini described the bridge as a metro over the strait, aiming to enhance economic opportunities for Italy's poorer southern regions.
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