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When I visited Eritrea, including the capital Asmara, I noticed that food options were quite limited, especially when it came to street food and variety. It gave me the impression that there is untapped potential in the country’s hospitality and tourism sectors.

Eritrea has a unique charm, with its rich culture, history, and beautiful landscapes. If the country were more open to foreign visitors and investment, I can imagine it becoming an even more vibrant and attractive destination. Expanding opportunities, especially in areas like food, tourism, and small businesses, could showcase the country’s true beauty to the world.

At the same time, it feels like the country has lost some of its credibility on the global stage, which may be affecting its growth and openness.

One of the most frustrating realities in Eritrea is transportation. In many villages, if you want to travel to a city, you will ride in the back of a small Toyota pickup—sitting in the open cargo area because there are no proper public transport options.

What makes it worse is that as the vehicle approaches the city, the driver may ask passengers to get down and walk. Why? Because if traffic authorities catch them carrying people this way, the driver can be fined.

This raises a serious question: if the government cannot provide reliable public transportation or develop proper road infrastructure, how are people expected to move safely and legally?

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