At a signing event for the contract of the Ionian Road extension project from Ioannina to Kakavija, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis emphasized the project’s significance for regional development and Greece-Albania relations. He described the road as a bridge of friendship that would enhance accessibility and connectivity, benefiting the local population and improving access to essential services. The project aims to address current traffic issues in the region and facilitate Albania’s European Union aspirations.