The Madang provincial government in Papua New Guinea recently purchased four bailey steel bridges directly from China for K2.7 million (approximately $750,000 USD). Governor Ramsey Pariwa presented the cheque in Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province, to facilitate the purchase. The acquisition aims to address infrastructure deficits and improve transportation access in rural areas of Madang Province. This direct procurement strategy was reportedly chosen to lower costs compared to other options. The purchase signifies a move to expedite infrastructure development within the province. Details regarding specific project timelines and bridge locations were not immediately available. The news source, Post Courier, requires a subscription for full access to the article.