Socotra is precious, humanity-central Island, says study [Archives:2008/1145/Local News]

SANA'A, April 9 (Saba) ) A recent study has revealed that the most ancient relationship between the Socotra Island and the ancient states is dating back to 1580- 1322 BC, particularly since the Egyptian trade missions to Yemen and Somalia had been flourished.

The study noted that the island was known for the trade with frankincense and one of the Arab origin places that produce it. Socotra produces seven kinds of frankincense due to plenty rains that fall in summer.

“The island is very important because of its location amid the Aden Gulf