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China's Reed Pelagics Co. establishes animal protein factory in Misrata Free Zone
via Libya Herald1 min read
China’s Reed Pelagics investment and trade company, also known as Reed Huayin Trading and Investment Company, launched an animal protein manufacturing facility in the Misrata Free Zone on April 21. The launch event was attended by Mohsen Al-Sagoutri, the Misrata Free Zone Chairman, and Bo Ji Qi, the company’s General Manager, alongside officials and representatives from Chinese companies. This project is intended to support food security and economic diversification by investing in food industries and local production. The Misrata Free Zone stated that the initiative will help reduce reliance on imports, enhance supply chain efficiency, and create added value for the industrial sector. The Misrata Free Zone highlights its comprehensive system of diverse investments across oil, industrial, technological, and logistics sectors, supported by advanced infrastructure, a qualified workforce, and high technical and technological capabilities.
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