(MENAFN- AzerNews)
By Alimat Aliyeva
The Global Food Security Summit begins today in Abu Dhabi. The
event is part of Global Food Week, which will run until November
28, Azernews reports.
The summit is expected to be attended by 21 world ministers and
representatives of government agencies responsible for food
security.
The discussions will focus on sustainable solutions to food
security, global cooperation, increasing joint efforts between
countries and organizations, strengthening food security systems,
and combating hunger.
Over 80 experts will participate in the summit, sharing insights
on the latest innovations in food security, including
climate-optimized agriculture, agricultural technology, and supply
chains.
The main goal of the summit is to develop practical strategies
for building sustainable food systems that can address future
challenges, create global partnerships to tackle common problems,
and improve food security worldwide.
Additionally, the Abu Dhabi International Food Fair will be held
as part of Food Week. It is expected that around 700 companies from
more than 70 countries in the food and beverage industry will
participate. The exhibition will showcase leading brands from
around the world, representing the latest innovations in food
technology and the sustainable food industry.
The exhibition serves as a comprehensive platform for
establishing trade relations and sharing knowledge within the food
sector. The Museum of Food of the Future will also be featured, an
initiative launched by the Spanish Institute of Boards, which
explores methods and innovations in zero-waste food production.
Seminars, discussions, and live contests related to coffee
culture will be held on the Abu Dhabi Coffee Platform, organized as
part of Global Food Week.
Michelin-starred chefs will demonstrate their culinary skills at
Global Food Week Gourmet, blending global flavors with sustainable
and innovative practices.
At the same time, the 10th Abu Dhabi Date Exhibition, which is
part of the Week, will provide an ideal platform for networking
among suppliers, manufacturers, specialists, and visitors in the
date industry. More than 20 palm-producing countries will
participate in the exhibition.
Additionally, the Guest Buyer program, designed to connect food
and beverage suppliers with major buyers, will offer unique
opportunities for building trade relationships in sectors such as
catering, aviation, hospitality, and more.
Visitors to the exhibitions will have the chance to participate
in sessions and discussions led by faculty from the University of
the United Arab Emirates and other international academic
institutions, gaining insights from future leaders in the field of
food security innovation.
Global Food Week is being held under the patronage of the Vice
President of the UAE, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the
Board of the Abu Dhabi Organization for Agriculture and Food
Security, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
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