A delegation of Italian business persons held talks with Ethiopian counterparts here last Wednesday, according to The Ethiopian Herald reported.

During the discussion, the Ethiopian Chamber of Commerce and Sectoral Associations Secretary General, Gashaw Debebe said, the prevailing conducive investment atmosphere is attracting more Italian companies to Ethiopia.

The number of Italian companies investing in Ethiopia is increasing, he said, adding, the Ethiopian Embassy in Rome is contributing a lot in attracting investors.

The Italian companies that are visiting Ethiopia are interested in investing in manufacturing, leather and leather products, textiles, mining and agro-processing areas, the business delegation leader Gerardo Mario said.

Source: Ethiopian Herald