Dubai News Report– His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has visited today Gulfood 2019, the 24th edition of the world largest annual F&B trade show.
The five-day exhibition, that will continue until February 21 at Dubai World Trade Center, has so far attracted more than 5,000 local and international exhibitors.
Sheikh Mohammed took round of 1,000,000 sq feet mega exhibition and was briefed on the industry’s latest products, equipment and modern food and storing beverage storage systems.
He affirmed the UAE would continue hosting such specialised events which would benefit local markets and help trade growth, adding such events would contribute in diversifying national economy and boost UAE’s position as global trade hub.
Sheikh Mohammed was accompanied by President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority and CEO and Chairman of the Emirates Group Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum; Chairman of the Board of Dubai Chamber Majid Saif Al Ghurair; Managing Director and CEO of Dubai Electricity And Water Authority Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer; Director-General of Dubai Protocol Department Khalifa Saeed Suleiman; Director-General of Dubai Municipality Dawood Al Hajri; and President & CEO of Dubai Chamber Hamad Buamim.