OREANDA-NEWS. August 27, 2014. Kazakhstan's Minister of Investment and Development Asset Issekeshev has inspected the reconstruction of the Astana-Temirtau motorway and had a field meeting with reps of contracting companies involved in the reconstruction process, Kazinform has learnt from the ministry.

The reconstruction of the 171-km long motorway has begun in 2013. 5 contracting companies and over 1,000 people are working to complete the project in time.

The motorway is expected to be commissioned by 2016.

Following results of the meeting, Minister Issekeshev instructed to step up work pace, monitor the quality of work more closely and ensure safety of the motorway.