Nevertheless, in October 1984 the area was presented by local officials to their superiors, and after a local visit President Mengistu Haile Mariam endorsed the choice, pointing out that Pawe was endowed with large tracts of "unused" land, virgin soil, adequate rainfall, sufficient forest and mineral resources and a good climate.
In October 1984, the area was presented to higher authorities by local officials following a visit. President Mengistu Haile Mariam approved this choice after identifying Pawe as having substantial "unexploited" land, virgin soil, sufficient rainfall, adequate forest and mineral resources, and a favorable climate.