Japan Tobacco International (JTI) Egypt hosted Japanese Ambassador to Egypt Hiroshi Okahiro at its “Palm Smoke” factory in Menoufia, aiming to highlight Japan’s major investments in Egypt, while highlighting the company’s commitment to supporting the local community with its social responsibility initiatives, developed in partnership with the David Lira Foundation.
The Ambassador inspected the “Nahra” plant and learned in detail about the company’s production line and strict quality standards. The visit is an affirmation of the relationship between Egypt and Japan through economic investment and community support.
During the visit, the Japanese ambassador participated in the closing ceremony of the 2021 Social Responsibility Initiative launched by the company in cooperation with the Qithara David Foundation, which aims to empower women economically in Menufia Province, thereby providing comprehensive training and developing programs for more than 100 beneficiaries.
Mariana Magdy, Managing Director of Japan Tobacco International Egypt Tobacco, said: “We are honored to host Ambassador Okahiro today to affirm our ongoing commitment to supporting society and the Egyptian market, with investments that extend beyond the scope of our commercial operations.
Oka Hiroshi, Japan’s ambassador to Egypt, said: “I thank Japan Tobacco International (JTI) for its contribution to the Egyptian economy, I am honored to celebrate with you the results of this important project to support the women of Menoufia Province, and I would like to thank JTI and the David Chin Development Foundation for their tremendous efforts in empowering women and contributing to the development of Egypt.”
