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Japanese shoe manufacturer heads to Ethiopia

10/02/2014
Japan-based footwear and leathergoods manufacturer Hiroki is set to start production in Ethiopia in March, producing leather shoes, garments and bags for export to the Japanese market.

Youngil Song, president of Hiroki Addis, said: "We decided to open a factory in Ethiopia because of the availability of quality leather raw material. It is one of the finest leathers in the world."

"Hiroki's decision to invest in Ethiopia is welcome, as it focuses on high quality products," said Tadesse Haile, state minister for industry. "They recognise the unique character of Ethiopian leather."


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