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This was conveyed by Taufiek Bawazier, Director General of Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, and Textile Industries at the Ministry of Industry, during a visit to the Solusi Bangun Indonesia (SBI) cement factory in Bogor, West Java.

The Libya Africa Investment Portfolio (LAIP) is continuing preparations for the launch of the Misurata Cement Plant, as part of its broader strategy to implement industrial projects that support Libya’s economic development.

In the first half of 2025, Brazilian cement sales reached 32 million tons, an increase of 3.5 % over the same period last year. 

Pakistan’s Dewan Cement has successfully commissioned a 6 MW solar system at its Dhabeji cement plant in Karachi’s Malir district. 

China has introduced renewable energy mandates for key industries like steel, cement, polysilicon, setting specific targets for renewable power consumption in each province.

Zimbabwe is edging closer to stopping cement imports after the setting up of various production plants across the country.

India’s Adani Group has emerged as the highest bidder in the race to acquire engineering and construction company Jaiprakash Associates (Jaypee), which is currently undergoing insolvency proceedings.