The deputy minister of Transport and Public Works, Louis de Grange, confirmed that the timelines for constructing the highway corridors on routes 150 and 160 in Concepción remain unchanged despite criticism from regional authorities over the decision by the Ministry of Finance to halt the project. The initial plan included engineering studies between 2027 and 2028, followed by construction expected to be completed by late 2031. De Grange emphasized that the project design, social benefits, execution deadlines, and employment impact would stay the same, with up to 7,000 workers during the construction phase. This statement came after discussions with regional authorities who had criticized the finance ministry’s decision to pause the work.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced account of the government's commitment to maintaining the timeline for infrastructure projects in Concepción, citing official statements from the deputy minister and referencing regional authorities' criticisms. There is no overtly biased language, and both the stance





