Subregions serve as the second and lowest administrative division in Eritrea's two-tier governance structure, with 56 subregions operating beneath the country's six regions. These subregions function as the primary units for local government administration, responsible for implementing national policies and delivering essential public services at the community level. They handle day-to-day administrative tasks including local infrastructure maintenance, primary education and healthcare services, agricultural extension programs, and civil registration. Each subregion is typically governed by an administrator appointed by the regional government, who coordinates with local councils to address community needs and facilitate communication between citizens and higher levels of government. This administrative arrangement allows for more localized governance in a country where geographic and demographic variations require tailored approaches to public administration and service delivery.