By Andualem Sisay Gessesse – Djibouti-Following the commencement of the newly built Ethiopia – Djibouti railway transport and the growing number of middle class in Ethiopia, Djibouti says it is targeting to boost the number of Ethiopian tourists and co-market the two nations as single destination. The maximum amount one can hold coming into Ethiopia or leaving Ethiopia to other countries except Djibouti, is 1,000 birr, according to the directive of the National Bank of Ethiopia. The next meeting is expected in the coming months in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, according to Mr. Osman. Likewise, tourists who come to Djibouti can also go to Ethiopia to see what is not available in Djibouti if we prepare one package tour,” he said. In addition to Ethiopian tourists, Djibouti is also planning to boost the number of tourists from China, Middle East countries as well as Spanish speaking countries.

Source: Ethiopian News December 02, 2018 15:45 UTC