Qatari Company Explores Investment Opportunities in Livestock Sector

Khartoum – Sudanhorizon

The Sudanese Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, Ahmed Al-Tijani Al-Mansouri, affirmed his ministry’s commitment to strengthening cooperation and expanding investment partnerships with the State of Qatar, in a way that serves the mutual interests of both countries.

This came during his meeting with a delegation from the Qatari company, Union of Future Holding, headed by CEO Abdul Jalil Samir Abdul Jalil Sharaf, at the conclusion of the delegation’s visit to the country. The meeting was also attended by the First Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Sudan, Al-Mu’tasim Abdullah.

The meeting discussed investment opportunities in the livestock sector and ways to create a suitable environment for implementing the proposed projects.

Both sides agreed to expedite the necessary arrangements for the company’s participation in projects to establish livestock production cities in the River Nile and Northern States. This step aims to capitalize on Sudan’s abundant resources and potential in this field and enhance investment opportunities in productive projects with economic returns.

The Minister affirmed his ministry’s unwavering support for these projects, noting its readiness to coordinate with relevant authorities and overcome any obstacles investors might face, thus ensuring a conducive environment for project implementation and the achievement of its objectives. He also emphasized the importance of quality investments in developing the livestock sector and transitioning it towards integrated production projects that contribute to increased output and improved economic efficiency.

He added that Sudan possesses significant potential and capabilities in livestock production, offering promising opportunities for investment projects that contribute to developing available resources, enhancing the added value of livestock products, and opening broader avenues for cooperation with investors from brotherly and friendly nations.

For its part, the delegation from Qatar’s Future Union Holding Company expressed its appreciation for the potential of Sudan’s livestock sector, praising its excellent reputation and the promising investment opportunities it offers. The delegation affirmed its interest in the proposed investment areas, particularly livestock production city projects, recognizing their potential to significantly enhance the sector and bolster economic cooperation between the two countries.

The delegation also praised the Al-Kadaru slaughterhouse, describing it as a distinguished model and a source of pride for Sudan due to its adherence to international standards and specifications. This reflects the importance of developing infrastructure and specialized facilities in this sector and leveraging them to support investment projects and enhance market expansion opportunities.

In the same context, the First Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Sudan, Al-Mu’tasim Abdullah, affirmed that the Investment Law provides an attractive environment for both domestic and foreign investors and contributes to encouraging the flow of capital into various productive sectors. He pointed to the importance of creating a conducive investment environment and strengthening coordination among relevant institutions to facilitate procedures for investors and support the implementation of economic projects.

The proposed investment projects for livestock production cities in the River Nile and Northern States are expected to contribute to supporting efforts to develop the sector, enhance the utilization of livestock resources, and improve the efficiency of production chains. They are also expected to expand areas of economic and investment cooperation between Sudan and Qatar, serving mutual interests and supporting development opportunities in the region.

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