Connection of Ethiopia-Djibouti railway to free trade zone promotes Ethiopia's economy


  • World
  • Friday, 18 Oct 2024

ADDIS ABABA, Oct. 17 (Xinhua) -- The successful connection of the Ethiopia-Djibouti railway line to Ethiopia's Dire Dawa Free Trade Zone is set to pave the way for economic growth, the Ethio-Djibouti Standard Gauge Railway Share Company (EDR) has said.

According to the EDR, linking the free trade zone with the railway infrastructure is expected to enhance trade and commerce in the region, effectively benefiting businesses with an efficient transportation network, the state-affiliated Fana Broadcasting Corporate reported Wednesday.

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