Following a sudden decision by Egyptian authorities to shut down the renowned food brand B.Laban, operations at all 110 branches and production units across Egypt have been suspended. This move comes as part of nationwide regulatory efforts to ensure food safety and hygiene standards, but it has raised serious regional concerns.
B.Laban, one of the most recognized Arab food industry brands with branches in nine Arab countries including Oman, issued a public statement warning that the current crisis may lead to a complete collapse of its regional supply chain.
Official reports reveal that over 25,000 employees are part of B.Laban’s operational structure. The abrupt halt threatens not only thousands of jobs but also severely disrupts export operations, raw material supply, and distribution networks in host countries, including Oman.
In an official appeal to the President of Egypt, B.Laban described the shutdown as a direct threat to domestic investment and the reputation of Egyptian brands across the region, urging immediate governmental intervention to prevent systemic collapse.
While reactions are intensifying across Egyptian and Arab social media, B.Laban’s branches in Oman have not yet issued a formal statement regarding the continuation or suspension of their operations. However, concerns are mounting across Gulf markets about the potential spillover of this crisis.
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