Panafrican News Agency

Ethiopian Airlines to fly to Russia from December

Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire (PANA) - Ethiopian Airlines will begin its flights to the Russian capital, Moscow, on 5 December, a statement received by PANA said.

The service of this new destination will be three flights a week with a Boeing 787 Dreamliner to facilitate trade relations, investment and tourism between Africa and eastern Europe.

According to the general manager of Ethiopian Airlines, Tewolde GebreMariam, this connection will contribute to facilitate and strengthen the multifaceted relations between Russia and Africa.

Ethiopian Airlines currently flies to 116 international destinations with the prospect of reaching 120 in accordance with its 2025 strategic vision.
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