As the Minister noted, certain Georgian products are already sold in several facilities of the LuLu Group trade network.
"With the support of the Georgian government and the implementation of relevant state projects, local production, storage and processing capacities are increasing every year in the country, which also increases the export potential of Georgian quality and competitive products. We are actively working in the direction of market diversification and worldwide promotion of Georgian products. For this purpose, with the support of the state, Georgian products are presented at all important international exhibitions. It should be noted that placing products in the trade network of LuLu Group is a good opportunity for our entrepreneurs to increase exports, as well as for the promotion of Georgian products. We will do everything to support entrepreneurs and increase the export of Georgian products", - Otar Shamugia said.
At the meeting, the Director of LuLu Group International, Salim M.A noted that interest in Georgian agricultural products is growing, therefore, the company wants to increase imports from Georgia.
LuLu Group operates in 23 countries (Gulf, Middle East, Asia, America and Europe), where it owns the LuLu retail chain (248 hypermarkets and 24 shopping centers) and distribution companies. The annual turnover of the company is 9 billion US dollars. We wish to present Georgian fruits, vegetables, dry fruits, nuts, lamb meat and other products to the trade network", said Salim M.A..
Salim M.A. expressed his readiness to meet the manufacturers and negotiate for further cooperation.