B.Laban to hold urgent talks to ensure full safety compliance
This came after the company received swift response from Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi regarding recent concerns.
B.Laban reaffirmed its full cooperation with all regulatory bodies and its readiness to address any remarks or shortcomings transparently.
The company previously stated that its 110 branches, as well as facilities, in Egypt were shutdown.
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