The Republic of Chad witnessed the laying of the foundation stone for one of the most prominent infrastructure projects in the east of the country. Amir Idriss Kourda - Minister of Infrastructure, Disenclavement and Road Maintenance, launched the construction of Abéché- Amdjarass road, a move reflecting the state's commitment to strengthening regional connectivity and driving development.
The launch ceremony was attended by a number of officials and executive leaders, as well as Eng. Mohamed El Qiaay - Head of Sector, Supervisor of the Arab Contractors Company Branch in Chad, the company responsible for implementing the project.
The Chadian Minister of Infrastructure laid the foundation stone for the following road projects: (Abeche – Amzoer), (Amzoer – Guereda), (Guereda - IRIBA), (IRIBA – Amdjarass),making it one of the largest strategic projects currently being implemented in eastern Chad.
The project embodies the vision of President Mohamed Idriss Déby Itno of Chad, aimed at creating modern and sustainable infrastructure that contributes to supporting economic and social development, particularly in the Ouaddaï, Wadi Fira, and Ennedi regions. This will be achieved by facilitating the movement of agricultural products, enhancing the exploitation of mineral resources, and revitalizing the tourism sector. The road also represents a vital artery connecting Chad with Sudan, Libya, and Egypt, thus boosting trade and regional mobility and supporting efforts to integrate transport networks in the region. The project is part of a strategic international corridor linking Chad to Safaga Port on the Red Sea, with extensions towards Benghazi and Misrata on the Mediterranean, thereby strengthening the country's position as a regional hub for trade and exchange in the heart of the African continent.