Sana'a - Saba:
Prime Minister Ahmed al-Rahawi met on Saturday with Minister of Economy, Industry, and Investment Eng. Moeen al-Mahaqeri.
In the meeting, a-Rahawi and al-Mahaqeri reviewed the overall performance of the ministry, its affiliated units, and development programs within this vital economic sector.
The two ministers discussed the ongoing preparations to improve the supply and commodity situation for the upcoming holy month of Ramadan, in coordination with the commercial sector.
They followed up on localization programs for transformation industries, emphasizing their significance in fostering local industries and ensuring their protection, expansion, and prosperity.
The two officials discussed also covering economic empowerment programs, focusing on the importance of creating value chains that help reduce the import bill.
These value chains are crucial for supporting economic growth through the initiation of community and rural economy projects in cooperation with the relevant ministries.
The Prime Minister highlighted the significant role of the economy, industry, and investment sectors in driving the economy forward, advancing investment, and expanding the national industries by utilizing local resources.
Al-Rahawi praised the successful completion of projects within this sector so far, noting that these initiatives reflect the government's commitment to simplifying procedures and enhancing the delivery of services to citizens and entities.
He also underscored the importance of the ministry’s efforts, in collaboration with all concerned parties, to achieve a qualitative shift in value chain projects and to further localize industries.
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