As part of the implementation of the Aftercare Program in 2019, the post-investment support to foreign investors in BiH, the representatives of the Foreign Investment Promotion Agency of BiH (FIPA) visited the company with 100% foreign capital "Zeraa Agriculture Investment Ltd Sarajevo".
With the company's Director Damir Ferović and
the Head of the Legal Service Adnan Sarajlić, it was discussed about the coming
of this significant investor from UAE to Bosnia and Herzegovina, the business
processes and challenges that they are facing.
So far, the company has invested 60 million BAM
in the undertaken local companies in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bosnaplod Ltd
Brčko distrikt BiH and Hepok dd Mostar. After investing funds, these two
companies have experienced flourishing, thus enabling the preservation of the
reputation and brand of local autochthonous varieties for future generations.
With great contribution to employment, they are participating in projects that
lead to poverty reduction, strengthening the role of domestic co-operatives,
preserving and strengthening BiH brands and contributing to recognition of BiH
as a competitive country for investments.
However, they face many challenges and
administrative obstacles in their business.
The competent authorities in BiH should react
and make additional efforts to preserve this direct investment, the company - respectable
global player and enable it to operate smoothly and successfully for the
benefit of the citizens and the economy of BiH.