Speaking to Erina, Mr. Mebrahtu outlined that the construction of the road has reduced the travel time needed between Massawa and Sudan to few hours and that it is expected to increase the trade activities between Sudan and Eritrea.
On his part, Mr.Ogbe Gebreslasie, overseeing the company’s northern projects noted the significance of the route, out of which only 30 Km. are remaining, and that it is expected to raise the access to social services in the villages and towns it goes through.