South Sudanese Transport Minister appreciates Ethiopian Airlines Group’s contributions to regional connectivity

Addis Ababa, November 11, 2024 (FBC) – Ambassador Nebil Mahdi held discussions with Honorable Madut Biar Yel, Minister of Transport of the Republic of South Sudan.

Their talks focused on the implementation mechanisms of the Memorandum of Understanding in the aviation sector, signed last year. They also reviewed the progress of the LAPSSET Project, which aims to develop transport and logistics infrastructure to enhance connectivity.

Ambassador Nebil highlighted Ethiopian Airlines’ readiness to leverage its operational expertise to boost regional air connectivity and affirmed the Ethiopian government’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations across various sectors.

Madut Biar Yel expressed appreciation for Ethiopian Airlines Group’s contributions to regional air connectivity and emphasized the importance of experience-sharing from Ethiopia’s aviation sector.

Both sides have agreed to work together on the implementation of the road projects and the importance of reinforcing water transport from Gambella-Akobo and from Juba-Nasir-Jikawo-Gambella.