The completion of the Gerardo Barrios Ring Road has directly created 10,000 jobs, according to Minister of Public Works Romeo Herrera. This milestone highlights the significant impact of the infrastructure project, which has also generated numerous indirect jobs throughout the construction process.

Minister Herrera emphasized that beyond the employment opportunities, the new road brings substantial benefits to Salvadoran families, particularly in the east of the country. The development reduces travel time by 40 minutes, enhancing mobility and connectivity.

The project also promises improvements in logistics, especially for goods traveling between El Salvador and Honduras. With a 40-minute reduction in travel time, it will result in lower fuel consumption, reduced overtime, and less vehicle depreciation for transport companies. This efficiency will lower transportation costs and potentially make Salvadoran goods more competitive on the international market.

“This project is a reality for all Salvadorans,” said Herrera, highlighting that it is just one of many transformative initiatives underway, including the ongoing improvements to the Pan-American Highway, the Los Chorros section, and an airport in eastern El Salvador.