(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Dubai's external food trade during January to September 2017 reached Dh70.2 billion, according to recent statistics issued by Dubai Customs in parallel with Gulfood 2018.
Imports had the lion's share with Dh44.6 billion, followed by exports with Dh12.6 billion and re-exports of Dh12.9 billion.
"Promoting external trade in support of the national economy is a priority for us at Dubai Customs following the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai," said Ahmed Abdul Salam Kazim, director of strategy and corporate excellence at Dubai Customs.
"We facilitate the business by introducing the latest and best services in clearing cargo to help a better trade flow of food products from and into the country. Dubai has become an essential trade corridor for foodstuffs in the region, owing to its advanced infrastructure and efficient customs services that insure easy access of dietary supplies to surrounding markets in record time," he added. - Wam
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