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The highway connecting Ibri in Oman to Saudi Arabia is a significant infrastructure project that enhances connectivity between the two nations.THENATIONALNEWS.COM

Engineering Feat: Constructing the road through the shifting sands of the Empty Quarter was a remarkable engineering achievement, addressing challenges posed by one of the world's largest sand desertsKey Details:

Route and Length: The highway begins at the Ibri roundabout in Oman's Al Dhahirah Governorate and extends to the Batha intersection in Saudi Arabia.

The highway connecting Ibri in Oman to Saudi Arabia is a significant infrastructure project that enhances connectivity between the two nations. This 725-kilometer road traverses the vast Empty Quarter desert, also known as Rub' al Khali, and serves as a direct link between Oman and Saudi Arabia.

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Route and Length: The highway begins at the Ibri roundabout in Oman's Al Dhahirah Governorate and extends to the Batha intersection in Saudi Arabia. It covers approximately 161 kilometers within Oman and 564 kilometers within Saudi Arabia.
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Opening Date: The road officially opened in December 2021, significantly reducing travel time between the two countries by approximately 16 hours.
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Economic Impact: The highway is expected to boost trade and tourism, breathing new life into previously isolated villages along its route.
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Engineering Feat: Constructing the road through the shifting sands of the Empty Quarter was a remarkable engineering achievement, addressing challenges posed by one of the world's largest sand deserts