Libya & Italy Discuss Joint Agricultural Projects
Al-Agouri travelled to the city of Rimini, where he took part in the 'Macfrut 2025' exhibition—one of Europe's most prominent trade fairs focused on agriculture and food industries.
During the visit, Al-Agouri met with Renzo Piraccini, President of Macfrut and head of the organising company Cesena Fiera. The two discussed ways to boost cooperation between Libya and Italy in areas such as agriculture and food security.
Talks focused on opportunities for Libya to benefit from Italy's advanced expertise in vegetable and fruit farming, seed production technologies, and the establishment of joint agricultural projects that support sustainable development in the North African country.
Al-Agouri highlighted Libya's potential as an attractive destination for agricultural investment, emphasising the availability of arable land and the country's strategic location. He invited Italian and other international firms to explore Libya's opportunities and contribute to revitalising its agricultural economy.
The visit reflects a broader strategy by the Libyan Parliament to build international partnerships in key sectors. It aims to attract expertise and modern technologies to support national development goals, particularly in food production and rural development.
As Libya works towards stability and economic diversification, officials are increasingly looking to global forums and exhibitions like Macfrut to connect with potential investors and technical partners. Tags: AgricultureItalylibyaMacfrut
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